Stephen Wiley
ArboristSite Lurker
Signed Contract
treeclimber37,
Did you have the elderly man sign a contract?
Also I would suggest be careful in your approach to "advising" about hearsay of the other company, as you probably do not want them to come up with a slander suit against you. They may have corrected their illegality since you last heard of their previous conviction.
Instead first of all advise the elderly man you are aware of local laws governing the "time" to rescind a contract. Your costs are based upon industry standards for paying insurance premiums, bond, and ongoing education in order to provide arboriculturaly excepted standards.
Secondly, suggest to the elderly man that you have proof of insurance and bond (always carry a copy with your bid sheets), and certification as an arborist.
I am glad you got the job back. Would hate to hear a part two of your scenario, as I have seen it happen.
Take care!
treeclimber37,
Did you have the elderly man sign a contract?
Also I would suggest be careful in your approach to "advising" about hearsay of the other company, as you probably do not want them to come up with a slander suit against you. They may have corrected their illegality since you last heard of their previous conviction.
Instead first of all advise the elderly man you are aware of local laws governing the "time" to rescind a contract. Your costs are based upon industry standards for paying insurance premiums, bond, and ongoing education in order to provide arboriculturaly excepted standards.
Secondly, suggest to the elderly man that you have proof of insurance and bond (always carry a copy with your bid sheets), and certification as an arborist.
I am glad you got the job back. Would hate to hear a part two of your scenario, as I have seen it happen.
Take care!