That is a shame.

I hope that you are able to recoup your costs, and get this matter resolved to your satisfaction, hopefully short of litigation. Perhaps arbitration or some other form of alternative dispute resolution is available? The best case scenario would be for you to receive compensation -- and actually collect on a judgment -- while avoiding the aggravation, expense, and investment of time required for a lawsuit.

Maybe Josh’s friend or the other local person with expertise and experience in this area that you mentioned can help you facilitate an efficient satisfactory resolution. Sorry I can’t be of more assistance, but this is way out of my area.

Good luck.