I know, I should look into it. Being so unfamiliar with the process and being so stressed out already has caused me uncertainty as to whether I should. :(
I feel like a fool for being naive enough in the first place to pay her everything up front, foolish for not bringing this to light far sooner than I have, and afraid to choose the wrong option in resolving the issue. Do I accept art and look even more the fool, or take legal action? The worry, stress, and time are a concern for me.