Plato's Closet, Winmark Corporation
Contract Dispute and Poor Selling Practices

On 11/29/02 I joined a two week contract with Plato's Closet allowing my property (11 clothing items valued at $91) to either be bought from me for a set amount or be refused and held two weeks at the store for retrieval.

On 12/8/02, prior to the end of the two week agreement, I returned to see if my property was bought by Plato's Closet. Said property was refused by the store, however they were unable to return my item according to the contract. They could not find my property (all 11 items). I was told that I would be contaced by management with details.

On 12/12/02 a message was left at my residence by Darcy, Store Manager, explaining that the store made an error in an effort to have the store clean for when the owner arrived, and had donated my property prior to our two week agreement.

On 12/13/02 I spoke with Darcy explaining that I would like my property returned or a cash reimbursement. I was told that I would be contacted that afternoon or the following morning with confirmation.

On 12/20/02 I left a message for Darcy at the store asking for a return phone call.

On 12/26/02 having still not heard from anyone at Plato's Closet, I called and spoke with Darcy who informed me that the owner would not reimburse me for the broken contract or loss of property.

On 12/28/02 I spoke with Detective Cole from the City of Chicago police department who informed me that she believes the contract was broken and that I had a case for a civil suit.

On 12/28/02 I spoke with Elliott's Consignement store in Chicago who's professional opinion was that my contract was broken and that I should be reimbursed for my property under good business practices.

I have valued said items (11) at $91 according to comparable items being sold at Elliott Consignemnt and Elite Repeat.

Company: Plato's Closet, Winmark Corporation
Country: USA
State: Illinois
City: Crest Hill
Address: 2400 Caton Farm Rd
Phone: 8155772726

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