I work in a construction type environment ( glass installer) , is drinking in the "shop" during work hours legal ?

I interpret your question to be implying that others, not you, have been drinking. I agree with another responder that whether it is "illegal" is...

We have had a contractor do work at our house. What kind of recourse do we have? What are our options?

I agree that you need to speak with an attorney, and is should be someone who practices construction law. Residential construction disputes can...

Garnisment versus lien. who trumps

I agree with the substance of the first two answers, and would add this: it may help to consult the contractual agreement your company has with...

Recently had granite and faucets installed two different companies. Now I have a leak from under my sink. Who is responsible?

I agree with the previous answers and would add this point: Whenever you have a project like this and you hire two parties (granite installer and...

I settled my case which was about slipping on a parking lot stripe at Wafflehouse. I went to arbitration which lasted all day.

Marlene, Many clients are unhappy with the final result in their case. A few comments: Your narrative says you "settled", which if literally...

Others have correctly stated that the plumber who did the work can file a lien. The question is, what do you do next? As one answer notes, you...

Can you make a contractual agreement before sex, waiving paternal financial obligation that would stand in court?

You also want to think twice about any relationship with a person who would even consider entering into such a contract. People change their minds...

Can I use text messages as proof of an agreement that someone hasn't followed through on to press theft charges?

A text message is a form of writing. You don't always need a writing to proof the terms of an agreement, but it always helps to have one if the...

Do parties get to directly contact an arbitrator?

While the previous attorney answers are generally correct, I would add that your agreement to arbitrate should incorporate a set of arbitration...