$665,000 Lawsuit Against Twitter

Australian Firm Files $665,000 Lawsuit Against Twitter for Unpaid Bills

An Australian project management firm, Facilitate Corp, has taken legal action against Twitter, alleging non-payment of bills for work carried out in multiple countries. The lawsuit, filed in a United States court, seeks cumulative payments amounting to approximately A$1 million ($665,000). This article delves into the details of the lawsuit, shedding light on Facilitate Corp’s claims and Twitter’s response.

Facilitate Corp’s Lawsuit Against Twitter

Sydney-based company Facilitate Corp lodged the lawsuit on June 29 in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. The firm asserts that Twitter breached its contractual obligations by failing to pay the invoices it had submitted. The legal action highlights Twitter’s purported failure to settle bills owed for various projects completed in four different countries.

Twitter’s Outstanding Payments

Facilitate Corp details its work for Twitter, spanning the period from 2022 to early 2023. During this time, the Australian company installed sensors in Twitter’s offices located in London and Dublin. Additionally, they carried out an office fit-out in Singapore and conducted clearance work in Sydney. For these services, Twitter owes Facilitate Corp approximately 203,000 pounds ($257,000), S$546,600 ($404,000), and A$61,300 ($40,700) respectively.

Twitter’s Response and Media Relations

Twitter, also known as X Corp, no longer maintains a media relations office, making it challenging to obtain an immediate response from the company. Despite efforts to reach Twitter’s Australia office, Reuters was unable to establish contact. As a result, Twitter’s stance regarding the lawsuit remains unknown.

Compensatory Damages and Legal Proceedings

Facilitate Corp seeks compensatory damages of an undisclosed amount, which will be determined during the trial. In addition to compensatory damages, the Australian firm intends to claim legal costs and interest at the maximum legal rate. The lawsuit against Twitter adds to a series of similar legal disputes in which Twitter has faced allegations of non-payment.

Previous Lawsuits Against Twitter

In May, a former public relations firm filed a lawsuit in a New York court, alleging that Twitter had failed to settle its outstanding bills. Furthermore, earlier this year, US-based advisory firm Innisfree M&A sued Twitter, seeking approximately $1.9 million in unpaid bills. The advisory firm had provided guidance to Twitter during its acquisition by Elon Musk for $44 billion.

Unpaid Rent and Court Proceedings

Adding to Twitter’s legal challenges, Britain’s Crown Estate, an independent commercial business responsible for managing the monarchy’s property portfolio, initiated court proceedings in January. The Crown Estate claims that Twitter has neglected to pay the rent for its London headquarters, resulting in the escalation of the dispute.

Conclusion

Facilitate Corp’s lawsuit against Twitter highlights yet another legal battle involving non-payment of bills by the social media giant. The Australian project management firm seeks substantial compensation for services rendered across multiple countries. As the legal proceedings unfold, it remains to be seen how Twitter will address the allegations and whether a resolution can be reached outside the courtroom.