Local artist
Miami,#2Author of original report
Thu, December 10, 2009
As of today the matter is officially resolved.
I had to go through a couple hoops to receive payment but did receive my check today.
When the burden is left to the artist to chase their payment, and the company does not compensate for time, effort or cost of that pursuit, the company loses nothing by avoiding payment as long and as far as possible. There is no incentive other than honor and good intentions.
In my case, Ripoff Reports was helpful to motivate the company, but I do hope that others are treated fairly and paid for their work, without the need for additional leverage.
Thank you Ed.
Local artist
Miami,#3Author of original report
Fri, November 20, 2009
A check is available for me to pick up at my earliest convenience.
Yesterday morning EEI called to resolve this quickly. I was asked to change the payer on my invoice from EEI (in Miami) to GK304 (in NY, a separate entity created by Estefan and partners) and that GK304 would then fedex the check to me overnight.
I was concerned that this might legally disengage EEI and leave me to
deal with GK304 with whom I had no relationship and only difficulty
reaching. I was assured that Frank of EEI would pay me personally if I
did not receive my check from GK304.
I received a call later that a check was cut and is present, available for me to pick up. In exchange I will need to supply an invoice with GK304 as the payer and sign a release naming all 3 parties, myself, GK304 and EEI. It may be Monday before I can get to their office.