Recover unpaid invoices from solar installers, utility companies, electrical contractors, and renewable energy firms. 15% contingency, attorney-supervised.
Submit a ClaimProperty owners dispute solar installation costs or claim system underperformance after signing contracts, refusing final payment.
Utility companies delay payment on infrastructure work citing inspection failures or project timeline disputes that weren't your responsibility.
General contractors hold subcontractor payment pending final inspection, causing cash flow problems for electrical service providers.
Permit delays, grid connection failures, or performance guarantees become excuses for clients to withhold final payments on energy projects.
Energy companies order equipment and materials then refuse payment, citing quality issues or project cancellations.
Clients terminate service contracts early or dispute ongoing maintenance billing, leaving unpaid invoices in your accounts receivable.
Legal Collects Fee (15%)
You keep: $42,500
Traditional Attorney (33%)
You keep: $33,500
With Legal Collects, you keep $9,000 more on a $50,000 claim.
A solar installation company completed rooftop systems for 8 residential units but the developer refused final payment, claiming "performance below contract specs." Our demand letter referenced California's solar installation mechanics lien rights and contractor payment protections.
A licensed electrical subcontractor completed infrastructure upgrades for a utility project. The general contractor withheld payment citing "final inspection pending." Legal Collects issued demand under California Mechanics Lien Law, establishing priority claim against the project.
An equipment supplier delivered high-efficiency HVAC systems for a commercial retrofit project. The energy company disputed invoice claiming "late delivery affected project timeline." Investigation showed delivery was on-schedule per contract. Demand letter recovered the full amount.
Provide contracts, invoices, delivery proof, and communication history. We verify claim validity against California energy law and debtor information.
Our system generates demand letters citing California Mechanics Lien Law, Utilities Code, and Commercial Code. Attorney review and signature included.
Demand triggers payment or settlement discussion. Most energy disputes resolve within 30-60 days due to strong contractor protections in California law.
We deposit recovered funds minus 15% contingency fee. If collection fails, you pay nothing—zero upfront costs or risk.
| Claim Amount | Legal Collects (15%) | Traditional Attorney (33%) | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $3,750 | $8,250 | $4,500 |
| $50,000 | $7,500 | $16,500 | $9,000 |
| $75,000 | $11,250 | $24,750 | $13,500 |
| $150,000 | $22,500 | $49,500 | $27,000 |
Yes, absolutely. California Code Civ. Proc. §8100+ grants lien rights to contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Solar installers are explicitly covered under §8410-8416. Electrical subcontractors can file preliminary lien notices to preserve claim rights. These liens have priority against the property and project assets, giving us strong leverage in demand negotiations.
Yes. Large utility companies, solar developers, and commercial energy firms are often our clients—and sometimes debtors. They have operating funds and insurance to pay valid claims. Our demand letters reference their regulatory obligations under the California Public Utilities Code and industry-standard contract terms, which they take seriously.
Performance disputes are common in solar and renewable energy. We evaluate whether the dispute is contractually valid. If your contract outlined performance guarantees and the system met those specs, we can argue the dispute is baseless. If there are legitimate performance issues, we negotiate a settlement. Our legal team assesses the strength of each position.
Our AI is trained on California energy law, solar installation contracts, equipment supply agreements, and utility infrastructure work terms. It analyzes your contract, identifies payment obligations, and references relevant California statutes and industry standards in demand letters. Attorney review ensures accuracy before issuance.
We accept claims as small as $5,000, though we typically prioritize energy/utilities claims above $15,000 for aggressive pursuit. Our AI-powered system allows us to handle smaller solar installation and electrical subcontractor claims cost-effectively. Larger claims ($250K+) may involve litigation and extended timelines.
Preliminary notice deadlines (Cal. Code Civ. Proc. §8200+) are strict. If you've missed it, lien rights may be lost. However, you still have contract remedies and collection rights under California Commercial Code. We evaluate your claim to identify the strongest collection path. Act quickly if you haven't sent preliminary notice.
Interconnection agreements involve grid connection rights and responsibilities, often enforced under California Energy Commission rules. Equipment supply disputes fall under California Commercial Code §3201+. We handle both: interconnection claims reference regulatory obligations, while equipment disputes reference sales contract and warranty terms.
Yes. If your contract entitled you to Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) and the debtor retained them improperly, we can recover their value or enforce the credit transfer. SREC disputes often involve California Energy Commission program rules and contract interpretation, which we reference in demand letters.
Most energy sector collections resolve within 30-60 days after demand issuance, especially when mechanics lien rights are involved—California law strongly supports contractors. Complex disputes with multiple stakeholders or litigated cases can extend 6-12 months. Our AI prioritizes quick resolution through targeted demand letters citing applicable law.
No upfront costs. 15% contingency. Attorney-supervised collections.
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