Originally Posted by ptquilts
they were right, it is a civil matter. I would take them to small claims court if they charged you for something they did not do. I don't think a lawyer is necessary or would even be willing to take on a case like this, unless you have one in the family, which is always handy!
definitely small claims court ....do you have any receipts that they have the machines? If so when you win, they have to pay court costs, too.