Robert S. Whims

Robert S. Whims's Answers (37)

Traverse City, MI

Construction and development Lawyer at Traverse City, MI

Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

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If a subcontractor does work on my home that i didnt hire can he place a lein on my home for non payment

Robert's answer | Answered on February 18, 2010

Bear, In the state of Michigan that subcontractor would be able to place a lien on your residence if they had performed the work according to a...

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I need to have a garage constructed. The contractor wants 50 pct up front. Is that reasonable?

Robert's answer | Answered on November 09, 2009

There may be restrictions particular to your state that may make such a payment unlawful. Absent that, as a contractor and an attorney, I can tell...

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Can a subcontractors mechanics lien on a home be voided by the homeowners if the homeowner files an Affidavit of Owner with the

Robert's answer | Answered on November 09, 2009

In the State of Michigan, the homeowner needs to file an affidavit that indicates the General Contractor was paid for the Subcontractor's work. If...

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Is an ongoing commercial contract an asset to be split when dissolving a partnership?

Robert's answer | Answered on November 09, 2009

I am going to assume that you are incorporated, not an informal partnership. If that is correct, the contract is an asset of the corporation. You...

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Criminal Charges or Self Defense?

Robert's answer | Answered on October 30, 2009

Either party can be charged with assault and battery (PC sections 240 and 242). However, it is unlikley charges would be brought given the facts...

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What are my rights against builder if a new construction home has a leak that wasn't taken care of prior to the one yr warrenty

Robert's answer | Answered on October 23, 2009

There are two main topics that need to be addressed in this question. Lets talk about the legal remedies, and address why you have the leak...

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Is criminal coercion a viable defense to a simple burglary charge in LA? I am a witness to the threats both to me & the accused.

Robert's answer | Answered on October 20, 2009

In California the affirmative defense of 'coercion' is rarely available. If used, when the threat of imminent danger or death has passed it must...

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