Can you share specific Upwork horror stories related to disputes?
There was also an instance where a translator was given a document to translate. After delivering the work on time, the client said the translation was inaccurate. However, the translator had used industry - standard practices and double - checked everything. The client just seemed to be looking for a way not to pay. The translator had to fight in the Upwork dispute system for weeks to get the payment they deserved.
In a different situation, a web developer was hired to build a website. Halfway through the project, the client changed the scope completely but didn't want to increase the budget. When the developer objected, the client filed a false claim of poor work quality. The developer had to spend a lot of time gathering evidence to prove their innocence in the Upwork dispute process. It was really unfair as the client was clearly in the wrong.
Sure. There was a case where a graphic designer completed a logo design according to the client's initial brief. But then the client claimed it was not what they wanted and refused to pay. The designer had evidence of all the communication and drafts but still had a hard time getting Upwork to side with them in the dispute. It was a long and tiring process.
Can you share klarna horror stories related to payment disputes?
Yes. A customer ordered a product using klarna. The product was defective, so they initiated a payment dispute. Klarna took a long time to even start looking into the matter. Meanwhile, the customer was constantly getting reminders about the payment. It was very stressful for the customer as they felt like they were being pushed to pay for a defective item.
Can you share estate sale horror stories related to inheritance disputes?
Sure. In one case, an estate sale was held without proper authorization from all the heirs. One heir who was out of town found out that his share of the family heirlooms were being sold off. He rushed back but by then, many precious items had already been sold. This led to a huge family feud as he felt cheated and the ones who organized the sale thought he was being unreasonable.
Can you share specific 'Gaza Horror Stories' related to civilians?
Sure. Civilians often face the horror of being caught in crossfire. For example, there are cases where families were having a normal day at home when suddenly their houses were targeted. Women and children had no time to escape and got injured or even killed.
Can you share some specific horror stories related to Woodstock '99?
Sure. There were reports of sexual harassment at the event. Some women felt unsafe due to the rowdy and uncontrolled behavior of some of the male attendees. It was a very unpleasant situation for them.
Can you share specific 'eToro horror stories' related to novice traders?
Yes. Novice traders on eToro have often fallen for copy - trading scams. They see a so - called 'expert' trader with high returns and start copying their trades without proper research. But these 'experts' could be manipulating their results. And the novice traders end up losing a lot of money.
Can you share specific McKinsey horror stories related to business strategy?
Sure. There was a case where McKinsey advised a startup on its business strategy. They pushed for rapid expansion into multiple markets simultaneously. But the startup didn't have the resources or infrastructure to support such a move. So, they ended up spreading themselves too thin, facing financial difficulties and eventually going out of business.
Can you share specific Jomashop horror stories related to product quality?
Sure. There was a case where a customer bought a designer handbag from Jomashop. When it arrived, the stitching was coming apart in several places. It was clear that the product had not been properly inspected before being shipped out.
Can you share specific 'doc band horror stories' related to misdiagnosis?
Yes. There was a baby who was misdiagnosed as needing a doc band. The doctor thought the baby had a severe head shape issue. After getting the doc band, the baby showed signs of distress. Later, it was found out that the baby's head shape was actually normal for its age and stage of development. The family had spent a lot of money on the doc band and the baby had to endure unnecessary discomfort.
Can you share specific 'Afghanistan horror stories' related to the displacement of people?
A lot of the displaced people ended up in refugee camps. These camps were often overcrowded and lacking in basic amenities. People there were vulnerable to diseases, and children were especially at risk. There were also reports of harassment and exploitation in some of these camps, adding to the horror of the displacement situation.
Can you share specific 'spironolactone horror stories' related to skin issues?
Sure. Some people have developed really bad acne flare - ups while on spironolactone. Instead of improving their skin as it's sometimes prescribed for skin conditions, their skin got worse. They had more pimples and redness than before starting the medication, which was very frustrating.