What to do if I had a contract with natural gas provider to sell me with gas for a set price but I found a cheaper provder?
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What to do if I had a contract with natural gas provider to sell me with gas for a set price but I found a cheaper provder?
I recently was contacted by a new natural gas provider to receive their service for a cheaper rate. I explained that I was in a current contract and they told me that I could cancel that contract because I found someone to provide me with cheaper service. The original provider sent me a letter telling me they want $100 in early termination fees. Can I get out of paying that early termination fee?
Asked on April 7, 2012 under General Practice, Michigan
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You need to review the agreement with your original provider. If that contract or service agreement provided for an early termination fee, you would indeed have to pay it--such fees are legal and enforceable. For future reference, review any contracts or service agreements youself, before seeking to terminate them, so you understand your liability and obligations.
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