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Vendor Contract Problem — vendor missed delivery deadline

Started by throwaway_parent_NC · Jan 15, 2026 · 955 views · 10 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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throwaway_parent_NC OP

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

vendor missed delivery deadline. I've been dealing with this for about 4 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 23 months ago. I am not sure I have the original signed copy. The total amount in dispute is approximately $62,000.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

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confused_contractor_2026

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

WT
worried_trader_FL

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

JC
just_curious_investor_question

Have you tried reaching out to your state's legal aid society? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

DD
desperate_dev_today

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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desperate_investor_TX

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

NC
newbie_contractor_legal

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

AF
asking_for_friend_worker_2026

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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TenantRights_Advocate

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

SA
seeking_advice_dev_GA

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

TL
Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

This is a common situation and the law is fairly clear. Under common law contract principles, unconscionable.

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

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