What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Texas
His state is Florida.
In May-June of 2014 I entered into an agreement with a fellow hobbyist. We both collect and restore old railroad equipment. I sent him a part and exchange he was going to send me other parts I needed plus $50 cash. We both shipped the agreed upon parts to each other. To this day I still haven't seen the $50. July 2015: When I brought it up to him that he owes me money a month, he offered to pay me $75 to compensate for late payment, if I'd give him more time. I told him I'd check back with him in early August. A few days ago, I sent him a notice that he needed to pay up and give him 30 days to do so. His reply wasn't compliant at all.
He's a younger guy, just out of high school. I've never met him personally but we're acquainted through our hobby networks online. Every time I bring up the money owed he's had either an excuse, said he'd get it to me soon, or asked for more time. He's been unemployed, his truck has been broke down, and this last message said he just got out of the hospital. It's always something.
Since we're in different states, the court route seems like it would be more expensive. I also realize the amount owed is so small it's negligible.
Is it possible to have his wages garnished or a lien placed? What can I do?
His state is Florida.
In May-June of 2014 I entered into an agreement with a fellow hobbyist. We both collect and restore old railroad equipment. I sent him a part and exchange he was going to send me other parts I needed plus $50 cash. We both shipped the agreed upon parts to each other. To this day I still haven't seen the $50. July 2015: When I brought it up to him that he owes me money a month, he offered to pay me $75 to compensate for late payment, if I'd give him more time. I told him I'd check back with him in early August. A few days ago, I sent him a notice that he needed to pay up and give him 30 days to do so. His reply wasn't compliant at all.
He's a younger guy, just out of high school. I've never met him personally but we're acquainted through our hobby networks online. Every time I bring up the money owed he's had either an excuse, said he'd get it to me soon, or asked for more time. He's been unemployed, his truck has been broke down, and this last message said he just got out of the hospital. It's always something.
Since we're in different states, the court route seems like it would be more expensive. I also realize the amount owed is so small it's negligible.
Is it possible to have his wages garnished or a lien placed? What can I do?