No invoice, address, or release form from contractor threatening to sue. Painting work done 17 days ago. Harassing vmails… help?
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Answered on April 26, 2013
I agree with other counsel that you can get his address from the CSLB website. You will then send him a letter via certified mail (keep a copy for...
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Is it possible to get together with other mechanic’s lien filers on a property and file one complaint to foreclose?
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Answered on April 18, 2013
Yes, I agree that it is possible for all of the lien claimants to band together and collectively sue to foreclose. There are conflict waivers of...
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What is the minimum bond amount for a general contractor performing concrete repair for an HOA?
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Answered on April 06, 2013
For a license bond it's $12,500. An owner can require a payment bond and/or performance bond in a written contract from a contractor in any amount...
Am I required to tolerate loud, constant construction noise that interferes with my infant's nap time?
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Answered on April 03, 2013
This can be very frustrating to a tenant. You should tell the landlord your concerns and he may be willing to make some changes for you. Or you...
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Is out of classification work considered unlicensed?
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Answered on April 02, 2013
This is a complicated issue. More facts are needed before determining disgorgement. Generally speaking, the contractor should have called this to...
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For in home sales, do i need to get a new contract as well as Notice of Right to Cancel if making an error ONLY on the notice?
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Answered on March 29, 2013
I agree with my colleagues. If you haven't started work, you can just send an amended notice, wait the 3 days and then start work.
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I have a questions regarding Mechanics Liens against a commercial property in CA
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Answered on March 27, 2013
I agree with my colleagues that no preliminary notice is needed if you had a contract directly with the owner. It's unclear from your question...
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General contractor threatening lien on house
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Answered on March 23, 2013
Your contractor friend has violated several laws here. He's required to have a written contract with specific provisions regarding payment and...
Can a topographic land surveyor charge a retainer or deposit for their services in California and is there a limit to it?
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Answered on March 14, 2013
Engineers are not required to follow the same home improvement rules as contractors regarding down payments.
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What to do when the 90 days to enforce a lien to up?
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Answered on March 14, 2013
The advice from the other lawyers about the petition procedure is true, but I would first prepare a very strong demand letter to the cabinet maker...