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contractor abandoned project halfway — sharing my story

Started by sarah.g_33 · Jun 23, 2025 · 3,016 views · 4 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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sarah.g_33 OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

contractor abandoned project halfway. I've been dealing with this for about 6 months now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 19 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $5,000.

Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?

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nothing_but_the_truth_22

Following this thread — following

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rebecca_l_2 Attorney

I specialize in this area of law. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the implied covenant of good faith, which requires showing commercially reasonable.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

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RealtorJim_18

Following this thread — Are you me? Literally going through this rn.

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legally_bland_10

I've dealt with this before.

I had to go over their head/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.