My construction contract doesn't have contingency clauses or anything that allows for termination.

It would be an unusual contract to permit you to cancel the contract for reasons such as you have mentioned here. How far has the work progressed?...

There is no law that would require you to clean the carpeting for them, in fact, perhaps it is their obligation to keep the carpeting clean. What...

A contractor didn't insulate properly and my pipes froze. I spent 1000 & want to deduct it from his bill.

If your contractor believes that you still owe him money, yes, he can file a lien. A lien is only a security interest, it is not proof of the...

Construction lien for sub contractor on commercial tenant space

You have a very interesting situation, almost seems like a law school exam question. In Ohio the statute is specific, in a landlord tenant...

Can you sue a real estate agent for unpaid drywall repairs if you are not licensed and the job was under $500

I agree with my colleague in all respects and add that you may also have a claim against the property owner. The agent is just the agent for the...

Can a contractor specify a condition to remove a mechanics lien other than actual money?

I did some research but couldn't find you the exact answer. Generally, mechanic's lien statutes require that liens are removed after payment...

My neighbor tree is growing into my commercial building and causing damage he told me he would not do anything but I could,

Michael's answer is a good one. You have the right to cut any portion of a tree than hangs over into your property. Be sure that it is on your...

Go to a local personal injury attorney now. Look for one on AVVO first. You don't say when all of this happened, but it seems as though it was...

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How do i find an experienced tax attorney?

I assume that if you have gotten this far in your tax matter with the IRS, you are using a CPA to help you. If you are, ask your CPA for a...

Out of state contractors owed 30, 000. No contract can we put a lien?

I agree with my colleague, in all respects. You need a lawyer who is familiar with the mechanic's lien and construction laws of the state where...