I think the small claims idea is really interesting. HSBC is probably just covering their ass with all the stringent business banking regulations. (I also had a California LLC and the red tape is ludicrous.)
A small claims ruling gives them a way out in that they would have a different legal loophole to give you your money.
If they realize that you will never be able to cash the LLC check, their books still balance so they shouldn't care.
Of course, I have no faith HSBC will realize that. I had an account with them, and it was a miserable experience.
A small claims ruling gives them a way out in that they would have a different legal loophole to give you your money.
If they realize that you will never be able to cash the LLC check, their books still balance so they shouldn't care.
Of course, I have no faith HSBC will realize that. I had an account with them, and it was a miserable experience.