About 4 years ago I had planned on having liposuction done, I got the funding through a credit agency..the night before I was scared to get it done and I cancelled the appointment. The whole surgery has been paid for. I went in yesterday for another consultation planning to go through with it this time. The doctor was going to do the surgery and charge me the same price as I was approved for, but will not use the money that he was already rewarded the first time. He wanted me to pay all over again because I cancelled at the last moment. Do I have a case? He got paid in full for services he did not provide at the time and will not accept my previous payment for this time.
Asked on 2/17/11, 9:18 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Sharmil McKee
McKee Law Office
You should read the surgeon's contract. Does it state that if you cancel before a certain period, then the fee is nonrefundable? Even so, you probably have a claim against the office. The office was paid for a service that they did not provide. You may also have a claim for unfair trade practices and violations of other Pa consumer protection laws. At the minimum, you are probably entitled to a refund. I am happy to help you if you need more help. Good luck.
Answered on 5/07/11, 7:13 pm
