Can I file a mechanics lien if the project is 98% done. only thing left to do is caulk.

Assuming you are the direct (general) contractor, you need to wait until the your contract is complete or risk a determination that your lien is...

Can I file a lien on contracted labor, in Sacramento, CA for a job that happened more than 90 days ago?

Your company may be able to record a lien, serve a stop payment notice or pursue other remedies. It depends on a few factors -- e.g., was your...

Direct contractor (A) gets fired from the job. New contractor (B) hired to continue job. Direct contractor A seeks to file lien

Civil Code section 8412 provides that a direct contractor may not enforce a lien unless the contractor records the lien after the contractor...

Can I file a mechanics lien even though it has been over 90 days since we have been on the job. I am a General contractor in CA

It sounds like the project has not been completed and that there is original scope work to be done. If this is the case, then you likely still...

What is considered completion of job as pertains to a mechanics lien in California?

"Completion" is a very sticky subject in California construction. Since you are referring to a mechanics lien, I am assuming your work was part of...

You are almost certainly ok without a preliminary notice given the situation you described below.

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It's a very common issue on public works of improvement, but also one that can be fact-specific. You should consult with a California construction...

You will need to confer with an experienced construction litigation firm with sufficient contractor licensing and bid protest experience. Before...

We filed stop notice on public works project July 18, 2014. What is the time frame in which we have to file complaint in court?

I agree with Mr. Vega. Calculating your deadline to file suit on your stop payment notices or payment bond claim can be very tricky, but it sounds...

Can the lien be refilled after its 90 day expiration? How will the lien effect my credit?

If it has been 90 days from "completion" of the work (or 90 days from a 60 day period of continuous cessation of labor on the job), any lien...