We hired a sub contractor and he caused damage to the residence can we hold money from anoter job he did

In answering this question, I'm assuming a couple things that you didn't specify in your question: (1) that you are the general or prime contractor...

How do I do a Preliminary Lien? What forms are needed and where do I obtain forms?

All of the above answers are correct and provide great information. Remember that your preliminary notice "relates back" 20 days so even if you...

If I have a link on my email bids to my terms of service and language in bid says the client is bound by the terms is that ok?

While many of the general statements of law written by my colleagues here are correct, the prior response by George is the most on point. The...

Private school went bankrupt - wants past tuition

I agree with the prior response. Additionally, the bankruptcy court has the power to modify certain things. In this case, it is possible the...

If contractor releases mechanics lien under 3154 before we get to court on the petition to remove it does he still have to pay?

While the statute clearly indicates that there is a mandatory award of attorneys fees, the reasonableness and amount allowed is always...

Selected as the best answer

The prior answers are essentially correct. It does not even matter if the contractor started the job with a license and then lost it partway...

Can I file a mechanics lien if I have not files my pre lien?

A preliminary notice must be filed at the beginning of the job or else it will only relate back 20 days from the date of the service. Thus, if you...

How can I evict a renter without a written lease agreement?

In fact, if the unit is illegal, the tenant may not owe you any rent and may be able to sue you to recoup any rent paid in the past, assuming the...

I'd suggest buying your own carfax report for this vehicle and comparing it to the one you were provided. If they're identical, then from a...

Can do the machanic lien on the job had been completion in the last 2 years.

As it applies to the facts of this issue, the above answer is likely correct, i.e. that you cannot enforce the mechanic's lien. However, as a...