Can my independent employer make employees pay the full amount of a contracted job's infractions. He signs contracts not us?

You don't have to be a lawyer to know when something smells bad. Contact Three Rivers Legal Services - they are located in Gainesville. They have...

Can someone who supplied materials to a contractor file a lien for a project under $2500?

Without even considering the NTO requirement, the supplier can file the lien, but it wouldn't be valid: see 713.02(5) - less than $2500

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Contractor refusing payment

Something smells fishy. So, your contractor is telling you that he will not accept your payment unless you agree to release him from any and all...

What is required from my contractor to remove a mechanics lien?

The contractor will need to record a "Satisfaction of Lien."

Can I file a law suit for title slander or for another reason ?

Recording a Notice of Contest is an inexpensive alternative to the filing of a lawsuit to discharge the contractor's lien. The Notice of Contest...

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I own a home in Port Charlotte , Florida and I had an in-ground pool installed . Pool construction began in May 2012 and was

Jeff is 100% correct. Also, please be sure to demand a Contractor's Final Affidavit (713.06(3)(d), from your contractor. You want to be sure that...

I did some land clearing for a land broker. I cleared over 200 acres and now he is refusing to pay me. What can I do?

Not only is he wrong, but he probably knows he is wrong. As "My Cousin Vinny" would say, he is trying to "pull the wool over your eyes." Call a...

Can subcontractor file a lein on our business if contractor has not paid him in full? Notice to Owner filed 7 mos. after start.

Anyone can file a lien, but that doesn't make the lien valid and enforceable. Before you pay your GC his/her final draw, be sure to demand and...

Are you supposed to send Notice to Owner/Contractor for a project with no bond? Thanks

If you do not have a direct contract with the owner of the property, then you must serve the owner (and GC, surety, sub or anyone else in your...

I am told that the written & signed "agreement" (as it's named by my employer) is exactly the same as a contract? Is that true?

Yes, it is an employment agreement (Contract) between you and your employer