You may be able to get a copy of the plans from the Building Dept. There's no law that requires either party to maintain copies of the plans.

In California can a company that cleans mitigates floods on carpets file a mechanics lien if only carpet is affected?

Drying out carpet is not the kind of permanent improvement that qualifies for a mechanics lien. You should consult with an experienced...

You as the owner as well as the property manager could be liable for any injuries to an uninsured employee or contractor so you're smart to be...

There are different types of liens and I'm wondering if this is a different type of lien than a mechanic's lien. An attorney could only legally...

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The mere fact that you sued the bonding company doesn't make you responsible for paying their attorney's fees. That would only happen if you lose...

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Machanic's Lien Deadlines and Details - CA

You may still have time to file a lien depending on when the project as a whole was completed, especially if the job has not been finalled out by...

Does the contractor have the right to bill me for time and materials over the max. amount that was specified in the contract?

California law requires a signed change order for all extras done on a home improvement (remodel) contract. It's hard to tell if these bills are...

I would submit the claim to the bonding company anyway and see what happens. There's a chance that they will pay the claim up to the bond amount....

I am a subcontractor and my contractor doesn't want to pay me!

No, you did nothing wrong. You haven't given up any rights by signing the Conditional Final form. The next step is to record a mechanic's lien...

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Did construction work, didnt get paid, filed mechanics lien, filed suit within 90 days, served, never heard from homeowner..

You need to file your Proof of Service on the homeowner with the Court, if you haven't done so already. If it was done by a process server, they...