Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

I recently had water damage in my home, during which time the water restoration company damaged a piece of my furniture. Needless to say, we are not on good terms. To add insult to injury, my insurance company issued payment for their services for nearly $25,000.00, making the check payable to the water restoration company, me AND the bank that holds my mortgage. The water restoration company tried to cash the check without my signature and the bank would not return the check until I either physically came to sign the check or had my signature guaranteed. Not wanting to comply, the water restoration company asked my insurance company to stop payment and reissue the check - which they did. I now find that the water restoration company not only forged the bank's endorsement but also forged my signature. What can I do to file check forgery charges? Additionally, they are required to sign a Waiver of Lien document, which they have not done, since they have been paid in full. Please advise.


Asked on 6/30/10, 2:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Duvalsaint Philip A. Duvalsaint, PLLC

You should meet with an attorney as soon as possible and bring all of your documentation. (contracts, letters, invoices, work orders, purchase orders etc...)

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Answered on 7/01/10, 1:38 pm


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