Small Claims & Civil Filings
Multiple civil complaints have been prepared and/or filed against Gravel Monkey / Groundworks Supply LLC and related entities. These cases seek recovery for fraud, breach of contract, and consumer protection violations.
Case 1: Breach of Contract & Fraud
CAUSES OF ACTION:
- Breach of Contract
- Fraud
- Unjust Enrichment
Case 2: Consumer Fraud Act Violations
CAUSES OF ACTION:
- AZ Consumer Fraud Act
- Deceptive Practices
- Statutory Damages
Case 3: Conversion & Theft by Deception
CAUSES OF ACTION:
- Conversion
- Theft by Deception
- Punitive Damages
TOTAL POTENTIAL RECOVERY
Excluding potential statutory multipliers, attorney fees, and costs
Legal Theories
BREACH OF CONTRACT
Defendants entered into contracts with consumers, accepted payment, and failed to perform their obligations under those contracts by not delivering the purchased goods.
FRAUD / FRAUDULENT MISREPRESENTATION
Defendants made material misrepresentations regarding their intent and ability to fulfill orders, knowing such representations were false, with intent that consumers rely on them, causing damages.
CONSUMER FRAUD ACT VIOLATIONS
Defendants engaged in deceptive and unfair trade practices in violation of state consumer protection statutes, including but not limited to:
- False advertising
- Deceptive trade practices
- Failure to deliver goods as promised
- Refusal to provide refunds
UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Defendants were unjustly enriched by retaining consumer payments without providing the corresponding goods or services, and equity requires restitution.
CONVERSION
Defendants wrongfully exercised dominion over consumer funds, converting such funds to their own use without authorization or justification.
PIERCING THE CORPORATE VEIL
The individual principals used the corporate structure as a mere instrumentality for fraud, and the corporate form should be disregarded to hold individuals personally liable.
How to File Your Own Case
SMALL CLAIMS COURT
If your damages fall within your state's small claims limit (typically $5,000-$10,000), you can file a case without an attorney. Steps include:
- Gather all documentation (receipts, emails, screenshots)
- Identify the correct court (where you live or where defendant does business)
- Complete small claims forms
- Pay filing fee (typically $50-$100)
- Serve the defendant
- Appear at hearing
NAMING DEFENDANTS
Consider naming all of the following:
- Gravel Monkey / Groundworks Supply LLC
- Individual principals (Omer Menashe, Eran Artzi)
- Related shell companies as alter egos
SERVICE OF PROCESS
Defendants may be served through their registered agents in Wyoming, Colorado, Delaware, or other states of incorporation. Check Secretary of State records for current registered agent information.