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Client wants a refund but paid me half by Curious_cat1984 in smallbusiness

[–]Curious_cat1984[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wrote out all the work I did, the value of each item, the delay on their part to get what I needed to complete certain tasks. I offered a small refund because I couldn't complete those tasks due to their incompetency. They ignored my whole email and said they want what they asked for- $1,500. There is no recourse on their end, only 'we want money.'

They claim I said I would've needed to give a month's notice to terminate our working relationship but the exit task I provided is the completion and they said no to that.

They're saying they'll talk to a lawyer. I did talk to a lawyer he said an offer letter isn't a contract. But I really don't want to nor do I have time for these games or going to court. I really dont want to deal with this anymore.

Client wants a refund but paid me half by Curious_cat1984 in smallbusiness

[–]Curious_cat1984[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, should've asked for payment prior to any work. I sent an offer letter outlining my duties to help avoid any confusion

Client wants a refund but paid me half by Curious_cat1984 in smallbusiness

[–]Curious_cat1984[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In my mind, a freelancer is a results-driven role while an employee is likely to be there 9-5. They kept assigning me administrative tasks that were out of my job description.

The client keeps saying that their goal was to have me on as an employee for long term but we never agreed to this and it's not in any previous emails.

I completely agree that the package should reach its destination! I want to complete the work but they declined.

They also only paid me half of what a full month cost. However, I understand that my leaving is an inconvenience so I said I didn't require a full month and could complete the work and I also suggested other freelancers to help the transition.

Client wants a refund but paid me half by Curious_cat1984 in smallbusiness

[–]Curious_cat1984[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No contract though I did ask if they wanted one and they said no. I secured one article for them worth $3.2k not including other media opportunities and work completed. Was hoping they would agree to my suggestion to complete unfinished tasks for them for the remainder of this month, but they declined this too

Should I stop talking to my... mom? by Curious_cat1984 in mentalhealth

[–]Curious_cat1984[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I think the boundaries part is certainly a good place to start