As the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO), you have to exercise supervision over the work. If you don't, your license is subject to...

If you release a stop payment notice on a public project do you give up the right to file one in the future on the same project?

Yes, you can file another stop notice so long as you (1) timely served a Preliminary Notice; (2) File the stop notice within 30 days if a notice of...

Can I file a Mechanic Lien even if I'm finished with my contract work and I'm owed change order on extra work.

Yes, you can still file a lien assuming you served a Preliminary Notice and it has not been more than 90 days since the completion of the project.

If a contractor files for bankrupcy can the sub-contractors file a mechanic lien against your house for their unpaid bills

Assuming the sub-contractor(s) / material supplier complied with the law and properly served upon you a Preliminary 20-Day Notice, the answer is...

Can an employer say you were fired if they signed an Employment Verification stating you were laid off?

Labor Code § 1050, prohibits any person, or agent or officer thereof, who, after having discharged an employee from the service of such person or...

Who is responsible when an employee of a non licensed landscaper is injured on the property where the work is being done?

The Owner of the property will be responsible for the injuries. He or she hired the unlicensed contractor.

No, a small claims court does not have the jurisdictional power to foreclose a mechanic's lien. You must file a complaint for Foreclosure of...

How long does a contractor/consultant have to place a lien against my business in California?

The short answer is no. Unless, however, there are other contractors who continued to do work after December 2010. A precise date of the...

It is not correct that you have 150 days to file a mechanic's lien. A general contractor cannot record a lien until he completes his contract....

A contractor in San Diego has placed an invalid lien on our property in San Diego. How do I get this removed?

You need to write a letter to the contractor demanding its release. If the contractor refuses or fails to remove the lien after written demand, you...