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Savannah
Just Said Yes September 2022

Needing to postpone wedding

Savannah, on December 21, 2021 at 6:28 PM Posted in Planning 0 7
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Hi everyone! Looking for some advice.
My fiancé and I are supposed to get married 9/16/2022. However, due to health issues, we made the difficult decision to post pone our wedding to a later date. With that being said, our vendors have been amazing about it, but the venue is giving me a really hard time. Demanding details on his health/ what exactly is going on and how long he’ll be hospitalized, etc. there’s nothing in the contract about postponing, only canceling. The venue is telling me that it’s too far away to post pone and that we have time to plan a wedding…. They also said we would be required to continue paying our food & beverage minimum even if we “cancel” (again we don’t want to cancel, just to change the date). Anyway, does any one have any advice on this? Any advice what to do & how to get the venue to allow us to change our date or prevent losing a ton of money if we’re forced to cancel by the venue ?! Thanks in advance!!

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Latest activity by Bird, on December 22, 2021 at 6:42 AM
  • Melinda
    Expert March 2022
    Melinda ·
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    That's awful! I would let them know that due to HIPPA that you do not have to disclose any of either of your health information. If they still won't accommodate you rescheduling I would contact an attorney to get out of the contract.

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  • Savannah
    Just Said Yes September 2022
    Savannah ·
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    Thank you, Melinda! Yeah I’m super upset about how they’re handling it! I’m thinking we may have to go that route unfortunately!
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  • Heather
    Super November 2021
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    Okay first of all, you shouldn't have to disclose that type of information. Just like what Melinda said it's due to HIPPA. That is a violation for them requesting that in which they can get in trouble. You can let them know that they are violating your privacy rights. And definitely let them know that it is within THEIR contract that it only discusses "canceling", NOT "postponing". If they make it difficult you may need to hire a lawyer.

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  • Stacey
    Super May 2021
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    HIPAA applies to healthcare providers and plans. Your fiancé has no obligation to provide his own medical records to anyone that he doesn't want to, but that has nothing to do with HIPAA protections. If it's within your budget, I would recommend finding an attorney who could review the terms in your contract and see what options you have. Unfortunately, contracts are generally geared toward protecting the venue, and not the couple. Personally, I might consider settling whatever you are contractually obligated to with your current venue, and find another (better) venue with a staff who has more compassion and understanding. Smiley sad I hope he recovers quickly and finds better health in 2022. Smiley heart

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  • Jacks
    Rockstar November 2054
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    The venue has no right to even ask about client's health issues. That's really over the line.

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  • Caitlin
    Beginner September 2022
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    Could you find someone( another bride) to buy your date from you? I know some venues allow and/or or require this for a refund for cancellation/postponement
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  • Bird
    Super June 2021
    Bird ·
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    I had an “off” feeling when booking my venue. But I booked it anyway.


    A year later, due to Covid, we were having to postpone and then a year after that we were trying to cancel.
    The decision to cancel was mostly because of Covid but ALSO because of the venues behavior and attitude and unwillingness to accommodate. I didn’t intentionally want any foul memories associated with my wedding.
    So if you’re having any doubts about your venue, I would try to cancel. I know your situation is different but like I said, any ill will or sour feelings is not good for a venue. Especially one you will have to be in contact w for another year -2 years!
    Good luck 🍀

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