Halcyon Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 deleted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planner Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow! This guy is something else. So sorry for all your drama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PentecostalMom Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Honestly, I never trust anyone with money. So sorry this happened to you and I hope and pray that he does the right thing. (((hugs))) ETA: You probably already know this, but keep all of the emails and any other communication. Again, so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow I am so sorry to hear this. I hope you get what is rightfully yours without too much trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 what a freaking nightmare. Save the email. Go to the bank and see if they can give you a record of the account closing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow. Don't hesitate on getting that lawyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I can't imagine how such a snake can stay in business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ameena Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 what a freaking nightmare. Save the email. Go to the bank and see if they can give you a record of the account closing. This. Depending on your bank's policies, the account may have been incorrectly closed. Most business accounts here require both parties to sign upon closing or withdrawing the full balance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow. It completely reinforces your decision, but I really do hope you get your money without legal action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 This. Depending on your bank's policies, the account may have been incorrectly closed. Most business accounts here require both parties to sign upon closing or withdrawing the full balance. I don't think he closed it. If I read correctly, it just looks like he withdrew all the money from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 See a lawyer and threaten criminal charges for theft and or embezzlement. Follow those threats up with action. Act quickly to get those charges in front of him. I am very sorry, but have seen this happen time and time again in business partnerships. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Mousie Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow. Don't hesitate on getting that lawyer. I agree. Don't let it wait until he blows off tomorrow. What a rotten turn of events. I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Omgoodness. I haven't read previous posts so I'm not up to date on the situation but that is just horrible. Sadly it seems like those who are so willing to rip people off, profit the most in business. (Financially only, of course.) Ugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 What a total jerk. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 What a jerk. I guess you're no longer feeling bad for moving across the street. Hope you go after him- lawyer up and go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Bank. Lawyer. Check ethics rules to see if you can report him to the licensing board of whatever it is he does. Ugh!!! :( I'd demand that the funds be put into a lawyer's escrow account. Get a dissolution document drawn up that includes a gag order so he can't bad mouth you. What a jerk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 :grouphug: Ugh--how awful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 So sorry. My close friend's husband is in a somewhat similar situation at the moment. He had to get a lawyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Um_2_4 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 yep, lawyer today. Many do free consult. Then you can have their number on speed dial for tomorrow. Seen it happen unfortunately. Don't expect his behavior to suddenly become reasonable, and totally look into a gag or restraining order. Don't want him harassing you/your business later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 It's so difficult to believe people do this routinely when you are an honest person that would never dream of pulling the same stunt. I have seen far more of the ugliness of human nature, since we've been in business, than I would care to know about. Best wishes as you work to get this resolved :grouphug: . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I would give him 24 hours to have the money(check) in your hands--then I would make sure it was good. Otherwise, legal assistance will be needed here. I really feel for you...people can really disappoint you, can't they?! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 What a jerk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexigail Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Yeah, I wouldn't deal with him at all until you talk to a lawyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyOR Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 This is why I refuse to do partnerships, so sorry, dang..... did he have any authority via paperwork to take the money? Were percentages stated? Even if it was 50/50, then 50% is yours. I hope you get it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Don't wait on that attorney. See about pressing charges as zombie suggested. Follow through as soon as possible. Don't give this untrustworthy jerk any more chances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I agree with the others. Lawyer TODAY. Keep copies of all your correspondence that outlines your plans to meet and disperse the funds. Document, document, document. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow, what a piece of work he is. I'm so sorry, I know what a nightmare this has turned into. Yep, time to get tough and fight back. Call the lawyer, and at least get an initial consultation. Then if you don't get your money tomorrow, hit him with legal action. Just to be safe, I would also contact the bank and get written confirmation of exactly what was in the account and what the withdrawal was... Paper trail. :grouphug: I'm sorry... If you needed any confirmation that you're doing the right thing getting out, I'd say this is it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Why wait until tomorrow? It's only 3:30. Tell him you are on your way and expect the check to be ready to hand over when you get there. If it's not ready, you will be calling a lawyer immediately. Like, on your cell phone outside his door. Gag order--yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Isn't it amazing that a person you trusted so much turns into the nastiest person when $ is involved? Keep it small, and keep it all. And, I agree, lawyer up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Wow, now I guess you will find out if you can trust him...I hope he sends the check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted August 21, 2013 Author Share Posted August 21, 2013 I called my father who has a lawyer on retainer here where we live. I asked whether i should given the ex partner til tomorrow to give me the check, since that is what I demanded in my strongly worded email, or if I should just call the lawyer. Ugh, this sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Do NOT let this go another minute. Get a lawyer. Demand the money immediately. Get the paper trail going. Get the gag order. And most of all, do not be nice about this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 If you have a lawyer available to you, use him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbeym Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I called my father who has a lawyer on retainer here where we live. I asked whether i should given the ex partner til tomorrow to give me the check, since that is what I demanded in my strongly worded email, or if I should just call the lawyer. Ugh, this sucks. I'd call the lawyer anyway, and let the lawyer decide whether it's best to wait until tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Demand payment today. Let him know charges will be made tomorrow if he doesn't give you a check that CLEARS the bank today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Halcyon, I'm so sorry. What a mess--I'm sorry he's such a jerk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 What a weasel!!!!!! :angry: Thank goodness you didn't get into a formal partnership with him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflections Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 My hope for a boil on his butt has now turned into a wish for three - that he'll need to get lanced. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: There are some awful people in this world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I thought that to withdraw money in that amount from a join account you need both parties signatures.Since this is a business situation and not like a marital joint account, can he be charged with theft? I would be calling the police about it. What is to stop him from transferring the money into another account no one knows about, or spending it all tonight so it is no longer liquid? I would see if criminal charges can be laid against him for theft. And I agree with with others to not wait until tomorrow for the lawyer, get one now. YOu can still wait until tomorrow to use the lawyer to go after him, but for today you need to get one to begin with. If you wait to call a lawyer a tomorrow you won't get a meeting until Friday if you are lucky, so he won't be served regarding this until Monday at the soonest. Talk to the lawyer today, meeting in the am, papers drawn up ready to serve him with in the afternoon, hit with whatever penalty on friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted August 22, 2013 Author Share Posted August 22, 2013 Ok,si my dad who is a hardass and livid about this thinks that i should see if he pays up tomorrow. If he doesnt he has a lawyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 (((HUGS))) This is a great confirmation of your decision to move on...across the street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 My hope for a boil on his butt has now turned into a wish for three - that he'll need to get lanced. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: There are some awful people in this world. oooooh... maybe TMI, but I had an abscessed boil right about where you mention, it was literally truly the size of a BASEBALL! ANd sadly, due to swelling and such, local anesthetic does absulutely NOTHING for the pain when it;s lanced. So take my word for it, even if he only gets the original boil you wished for, it will be PLENTY painful enough... maybe it will scare some sense into him. :leaving: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 I could be mistaken, but I think he just sent you an email confessing to embezzlement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 doopslicate post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Oh jeez, here comes the spammers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommybee Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Oh jeez, here comes the spammers So sorry Halcyon.....I've been following this whole saga. I have never seen so many spammers at one time on this board! What's going on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Oh jeez, here comes the spammers For crying out loud, this is getting ridiculous. :glare: I feel so sorry for the moderators!!! :( I'm starting to think that, for their own sanity, they may need to come up with a stricter approval method for new members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 This is where the old boards was better, didn't have all the bs, at least not that I remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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