Mechanics lien

A mechanics lien must be recorded within 90 days of When work is completed. Cessation of work or notice of completion is recorded. Within 90 days...

I prevailed on a petition to expunge a mechanic lien. How can I recover legal fees I spent for this lien release?

You may be able to submit a cost bill. For your costs but not attorneys fees. See judicial council form mc-010

Yes, its possible to sue them and the law allows for recover of all monies paid to an unlicensed contractor. The real question is can you...

Can construction company put a lien on my house after 5 days? I initiated a bank payment on Saturday but they did not receive it

Make sure you get a lien release before you release payment. The lien release should be notarized.

If you're a licensed contractor you can record a lien. If there is incomplete work she can request a credit for the incomplete work or defective...

A review of the contract is necessary. Nevertheless, there is an agreement in place between you and the contractor. The contractor performed and...

Does the public entity have to pay the general contractor or can they pay a sub directly, after stop notice has been filed

The public entity will hold the money on the stop notice. Does the GC dispute the Stop Notice? If so, there is a dispute process. If the GC does...

I am a general contractor, installed a plumbing valve under a sink 5 months ago. The defective valve broke yesterday, flooded

If a claim has been submitted to you, you should give it to your GL carrier. If it's the valve that's defective and not your installation your...

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If I subcontracted with a contractor and did not file a lien because I was threatened or coerced, do I have a remedy?

Sue the General contractor on a breach of contract, you have four years on a written contract or two years on an oral contract. Make a claim on...

Is there any legal recourse or action against a contractor that did construction without obtaining permits?

Was your contractor licensed? If yes, you can file a complaint with the contractors state license board. You can also make a claim with the...