Someone Owes you money? Take Matters into Your Hands and Demand it Back Now. Find Out How!
Introduction
If someone owes you money or has not kept their promise, then sending them a formal demand letter is the first official step to ask them to pay or fix the problem. This letter shows that you are serious about solving the issue and can help avoid going to court. This guide explains when to send a Letter of Demand, what to include and why it is important in Botswana’s legal process.
What is a Letter of Demand?
A letter of Demand is a formal letter sent to someone who owes you money or has not met an agreement. It explains the debt or problem, how much is owed and what needs to be done, usually with a payment deadline.
Sending a letter of demand is often required before taking legal action. The Rules of the High Court of Botswana (S.I. No. 1 of 2011) expect parties to attempt resolving disputes through such formal notices before filing lawsuits. This will show the Court that you tried to solve the issue amongst yourselves before resorting to legal action.
When Should You Send a Letter of Demand?
A letter of demand is sent when someone owes you money or has failed to keep their promise, and you want to formally ask them to fix the problem. It works as a clear and official warning before you take any legal action. Sometimes sending a letter of demand will prompt someone to pay you back or remedy the situation since they will see that you are serious about taking the matter to court if they don’t pay or fix the problem. Courts often require proof that you tried to settle the issue this way first, to avoid unnecessary court cases.
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Guide: Send a demand letter if:
- Someone owes you money and hasn’t paid;
- The time for payment being made has long passed. (E.g as a guide if its been more than 21 days days since you haven’t received payment).
- A service or product wasn’t delivered as promised.
- You want to warn someone before taking someone to court to give them a chance to remedy the situation.
How to Send a Demand Letter?
A demand letter is a simple but powerful tool for protecting your rights peacefully and legally. Keep it clear and polite, keep a signed copy, send it by registered mail, face to face, through delivery where you get it signed to show receipt (this may also be delivered using a deputy sheriff). All methods chosen should prove delivery and the copy is necessary official documents. Keep proof of sending to support your case if court action is needed.
What Happens Next?
After you send a demand letter, the person who owes you money may choose to pay or fix the problem promptly once they receive your clear and formal request. However, if they ignore your letter, the document becomes crucial proof that you tried to settle the dispute outside of court. This evidence can make the legal process faster and smoother if you later file a case, as the courts see that you attempted to resolve the issue peacefully first.
Tip!
A demand letter can save you the trouble, but only if done right. Get our Demand Letter template above and get your money back. If you are thinking abut going to court, sending a demand letter is one of the most important steps to do before that and it will also serve as proof of the debt that you are owed. As Legal Dialog we always aim to empower our readers, especially if you cannot afford a lawyer.
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