Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.
client's check bounced after delivery. I've been dealing with this for about 15 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.
The amount being held/disputed is approximately $5,634. I have tried contacting their legal department 5 times with no resolution.
Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
Here's where people usually go wrong is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.
Just went through this exact scenario. Under the UCC, a bounced check is considered a breach of the payment obligation. You can typically recover the face amount plus bank fees and statutory damages.
Most states have a bad check statute that allows you to send a formal demand letter and recover 2-3x the check amount if they do not pay within 30 days.
I'd recommend documenting your damages carefully. You'll need specifics for any legal action.