Contractor Payment Dispute Resolution

Summary

If a contractor demands more than your insurance covers, review your contract for fee determination terms. Request an itemized bill to understand charges and formally dispute any unreasonable fees. If the contractor remains uncooperative, consider consulting a local attorney for further guidance.

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Jeffrey
Hi Jeffrey! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I have a contractor who did work for me that was covered by my insurance company. The payout was made for services rendered, but the contractor is asking for much more money than the insurance company will pay. Now the contractor is threatening to send our case to a collection agency. What options are available to us.
Hi Jeffrey! You have a few options in dealing with this situation:
- Review the contract with the contractor to see if the terms align with the insurance payout.
- Contact your insurance company to clarify what services were covered.
- Negotiate with the contractor to reach a settlement.
- Consider legal advice if negotiations fail.
Do you have any written agreements or contracts with the contractor regarding the costs?
Unfortunately, we signed an agreement (prior to any work or estimates) stating that we would pay any costs not covered by insurance. Can the contractor just make up any exhorbitant fees and expect us to pay?
Hi Jeffrey! It's important to review the agreement you signed. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Review the Agreement: Check if the contract specifies how fees are determined.
- Request an Itemized Bill: Ask the contractor for a detailed breakdown of the charges.
- Dispute Unreasonable Charges: If fees seem exorbitant, dispute them formally.
- Consult Legal Advice: If the contractor is uncooperative, consult with a lawyer for further assistance.
Would you like to connect with local lawyers who can help you with this case?