What to Do After Receiving a Letter of Demand in Sri Lanka
Understand the claim, check the facts and preserve documents before responding.
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Contracts & Recovery
Agreements, debts, cheques and legal demands.
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How Should You Respond to a Letter of Demand in Sri Lanka?
Consider what to accept or dispute and whether to propose settlement.
Someone Owes You Money: What Legal Options Are Available in Sri Lanka?
Evidence, demands, negotiation and court proceedings when money remains unpaid.
I Lent Money Without a Written Agreement. Can I Still Recover It?
Other evidence may matter when there is no written loan agreement.
I Have a Cheque That Is One or Two Years Old – Is It Still Useful?
An old cheque, the underlying debt and legal time limits.
The Debtor Has Asked for More Time – Should You Agree?
Points to consider before extending payment time.
How Long Can You Wait Before Trying to Recover a Debt?
How delay may affect evidence and legal time limits.