Lawrence1234
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- Jurisdiction
- Massachusetts
Hi,
I am writing to seek advice regarding a situation with a dumpster rental company. I am an elderly man who rented a 20-yard dumpster early last year
Out of sheer coincidence, the day after filling the dumpster, the company sent me an email threatening to dump its contents in my driveway if I don't pay $1560 by 2/9/2024. Upon reviewing my contract, I discovered a daily fee that I was not aware of initially. I paid $795 when I initially rented the dumpster, and I am not disputing the debt. However, I am currently unable to make the payment until my insurance company disburses funds.
Complicating matters, I reside in a two-family house, and we typically rent the attached apartment. Due to storm damage, we have been unable to rent it out. The dumpster company's refusal to pick up the full dumpster is now hindering an ongoing construction project, further delaying repairs and our ability to rent the apartment.
In a subsequent email, the company agreed to stop the daily fees (after 332 days of accrual) if I pay promptly or repeating their earlier threat to do so, proceed to dump the contents of the dumpster in my driveway. This situation feels like harassment, and I am unsure of my rights and the appropriate steps to take.
I am writing to seek advice regarding a situation with a dumpster rental company. I am an elderly man who rented a 20-yard dumpster early last year
Out of sheer coincidence, the day after filling the dumpster, the company sent me an email threatening to dump its contents in my driveway if I don't pay $1560 by 2/9/2024. Upon reviewing my contract, I discovered a daily fee that I was not aware of initially. I paid $795 when I initially rented the dumpster, and I am not disputing the debt. However, I am currently unable to make the payment until my insurance company disburses funds.
Complicating matters, I reside in a two-family house, and we typically rent the attached apartment. Due to storm damage, we have been unable to rent it out. The dumpster company's refusal to pick up the full dumpster is now hindering an ongoing construction project, further delaying repairs and our ability to rent the apartment.
In a subsequent email, the company agreed to stop the daily fees (after 332 days of accrual) if I pay promptly or repeating their earlier threat to do so, proceed to dump the contents of the dumpster in my driveway. This situation feels like harassment, and I am unsure of my rights and the appropriate steps to take.