You will want to write a letter to the contractor detailing all of the problems you've experienced with them and the reasons for the charge back. ...

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

You may have some liability depending on if it can be proved that you did something wrong. I would notify your insurance company right away. Also...

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

Your time to file a mechanic's lien has passed but you can still file a lawsuit against the contractor (if you can find him). You can also file a...

No, you can't file a mechanics lien for this equipment for many reasons. It was never installed on the project, you didn't serve the owner or...

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

You should look to your contract to see who was responsible for pulling the original building permit. If it doesn't say, then courts have generally...

We are seeking guidance for faulty construction on a new home in California. Construction was completed in 2008.

This is a difficult, complex question. I do not advise you to agree to pay any money or take any further action without first talking with an...

I am a licensed General Contractor and did the remodel on the house at the time of construction i didn't put a lien on the house

You may be able to lien depending on when your work was done. If you're still within 90 days of completion of the project then you may have a...

Do I need to file any sort of notice to release a lis pendent, or is just releasing the mechanic's lien enough?

Yes you need to sign a Notice of Withrawal of Lis Pendens, and your signature must be notarized on the notice. It needs to be filed with the court,...

Yes you probably are liable if you or your sub furnished and installed the pipe but you can also go after the supplier and manufacturer of the...

Threatened with CA Mechanics Lien – Can I Pay To Avoid, Then Sue?

I advise you to discuss this with an experienced construction attorney right away and have them write a very strong letter to the contractor...