Client Payment Dispute Resolution

Summary

Without a specified deadline in the contract, the clients refusal to pay due to delays may not be legally strong. Document any client delays and communication regarding timelines. Consider consulting a local attorney to explore your options further.

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I build websites, I have a client refusing to pay their bill. They say it's because it took to long to build the website. Our contract does not have a deadline in it. Contract was signed around */*. Website was delivered around */*. They took 6 months to reply about reviewing the finished website. Between contract signing and delivery it took them *-4 months just to get the required info like logins to build the website. When they finally reviewed the website around */* they needed changes. We did them, but there were delays due to me moving and my dog dying. Can they refuse to pay?
It sounds like a tricky situation. Since your contract doesn't specify deadlines, the client's refusal to pay due to delays may not be legally strong. Here are some points to consider:
- Contract Terms: Without a deadline, it's harder for the client to argue non-performance.
- Client Delays: Document their delays and lack of timely communication.
- Communication: Show any records of your communication and agreement on timelines.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer to explore your options further?
So do I have a case?
It seems you may have a case, especially since the contract doesn't specify deadlines and the client contributed to delays. Your documentation of communication and any agreements on timelines will be crucial. If you want to explore your options further, connecting with a local lawyer could be beneficial. Would you like assistance with that?