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My ex-wife from whom I have been divorced for 12 years asked my financial help to pay for her to move from Florida to Nevada. I spoke with the Movng Company prior to the move and they estimated the total move cost under $10,000. I then sent them a certified check for $6,000 and we arranged that I would pay the balance upon their delivery of my ex-wife's goods in Nevada. The Mover called me today and I agreed to pay an additional $4500. They took that but also stated there would be additional charges. Shortly afterward, my ex-wife called and told me that the Mover now says the total bill is $14,000. When I paid the $4500 today I told the Mover that this the most I am able to pay. I was doing this simply to help my ex-wife out. I never signed any contract with the Mover and they never furnished me with either a Contract or written estimate. My ex-wife said that she signed an estimate for $9500. Am I legally responsible for the entire bal eventhough I never signed an est. or contract?
State/Country relating to Question: Florida Already Tried: So far, the Moving company in Florida has not contacted me about the balance above the $10,500 that I've already paid. But, I told my ex-wife that I don't know what the Mover will do with their goods if they don't get the remaining money. The Mover has not yet arrived at the Nevada destination.
Yes you are responsible for the remaining balance up to the amount that you agreed to pay, anything above that is not your responsibility. Had you never agreed to assist at all, or put a lower cap on the amount of your assistance that would be the extent of your liability.
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