Quick question about annual report filing missed

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Started by keeping_it_real_29 · Mar 12, 2026 · 1,633 views · 11 replies
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KI
keeping_it_real_29 OP

I've been trying to resolve this on my own but I'm stuck.

annual report filing missed. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but the other party is not cooperating.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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diana_v_12

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The trap most people fall into is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.

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sustained_overruled

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

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exhibit_a_hole_10

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The magic words were "let me speak to your supervisor"/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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fine_print_reader_23

NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. Your mileage may vary depending on the specifics.

LP
laura.p_3

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager haha.

NI
nightshift_33

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

JE
jenny_2024_10

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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sustained_overruled_25

Similar thing happened to me. The attorney I spoke with laid out options I didn't even know existed.

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two_cents_here_27

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. Of course the details matter a lot here.

DT
desperate_times_etc_10

Been there. Here's what I learned.

Most folks screw this up by is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead imo.

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redirect_this_29

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.