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Friend Owes Me £174 what do I do?

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  • hazyjo
    hazyjo Posts: 15,475 Forumite
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    Just aware that courts aren't there to enforce whats fair, only whats legal.
    I was saying the same as you - maybe it's been misinterpreted. I'm saying the OP hasn't got a leg to stand on as she's said numerous times they can pay back a nominal amount when they can afford it. There ain't no way any judge/court will rule in her favour when she's been so flexible (prob in writing).
    2024 wins: *must start comping again!*
  • unholyangel
    unholyangel Posts: 16,866 Forumite
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    hazyjo wrote: »
    I was saying the same as you - maybe it's been misinterpreted. I'm saying the OP hasn't got a leg to stand on as she's said numerous times they can pay back a nominal amount when they can afford it. There ain't no way any judge/court will rule in her favour when she's been so flexible (prob in writing).

    Ah, I thought you were saying it sounded like I had said on numerous occasions "pay what you can" - was just responding to that saying I'm just cautious as I know the issues you can face trying to enforce it via courts. :o

    Upon rereading it (and this post), you were talking to me with the first part of your sentence, but the OP in the latter part?
    You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means - Inigo Montoya, The Princess Bride
  • Loz01
    Loz01 Posts: 1,848 Forumite
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    Take her on Judge Rinder :D

    Seriously tho. Maybe cut your losses and block her and dont speak to her again. Or write a letter as someone else suggested, saying you want the money back within 14 days or you will pursue her through the small claims courts. That might kick start a payment.
  • hazyjo
    hazyjo Posts: 15,475 Forumite
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    Ah, I thought you were saying it sounded like I had said on numerous occasions "pay what you can" - was just responding to that saying I'm just cautious as I know the issues you can face trying to enforce it via courts. :o

    Upon rereading it (and this post), you were talking to me with the first part of your sentence, but the OP in the latter part?
    Yep, me not being clear :)
    2024 wins: *must start comping again!*
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