What type of contract do we need for hiring General Contractor(s)?

There are several unaswered questions raised by your inquiry. More information needs to be known about the dynamic and working relationship...

In CA does a subcontractor have a right of recovery under "unjust enrichment" if the sub did not protect its right to a lien?

Any contractor not in direct contract with the owner loses their lien rights if they don't timely serve a preliminary notice. Thus, anyone who...

As a general rule, a mechanic's lien can be placed by an equipment provider if the equipment was used as part of an improvement to real property. ...

A contractor files a lien after work is completed. Contractor's license is then suspended. Can lien be dismissed?

Mr. Chen is correct that a preliminary notice is not required when a contractor is in direct contract with the owner. If the contractor was "duly...

How can I resolve the problems with my construction defects

This may be a difficult question to fully answer without more facts. Nevertheless, if this is "new constsruction" (and not a remodel), you may...

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The statute of limitations on an oral agreement in California is two years. Code of Civil Procedure section 399. Under the case of Tanzola v. De...

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As noted above, based on your follow up comments, it's unlikely you have lien rights against th project owner for any amount. HOwever, under the...

Most California cities and counties have a Business License tax ordinance. However, each city has its own tax rate, structure, and requirements. ...

Subcontractor in CA-Filing a Preliminary Notice and or Mechanic's Lien/ Do we need to do both?

I would agree with the prior answers except for one issue. You say you were a sub but people often say they are a subcontractor because they only...

What is the next thing to do after filing a lawsuit to foreclose on the mechanic’s lien? Anything before Judgment?

The January 1, 2011 amendment to Civil Code Section 3146 requires that, within 20 days following the filing of an action to foreclose a mechanic’s...