A mechanic's lien was placed on my units to my surprise, I feel it's wrong and maybe illegal. I need advice on how to resolve.

I agree with the other answers. However, the first thing you should do is write a letter to the lead abatement co. explaining the reason for your...

How can I get my decking contractor to make repairs which has continued to leak over 12 years and was guaranteed for 15?

I agree with the first answer. However, you should review your records and see if you received a 15 year written warranty from the deck...

Do I owe for this service

I agree that a written contract is required for any job over $500, and that you should file a complaint against the contractor with the Contractors...

Who is responsible?

I agree with the other answers. However, in my experience almost all purchase/sales agreements these days have some sort of disclaimer in them...

How does a homeoner get a mechanic's lien released in San Fran where a subcontractor has failed to follow the statutory reqs?

I find that a strong letter to the contractor from an attorney explaining the invalidity of his lien and explaining his liability for damages...

Who pays for changes in the plans, when changes are required by inspector or utility company?

I would look first to your contract to see what it says. Most contracts say that the work will be done according to Code. If it's not on the...

When do you need to revise a stop notice

I agree that you need to have them sign a Partial Release of Stop Notice. We have the form if they don't have one. You should also have them sign...

CA 3097.1 How to comply w/CA lien law statute if the postoffice doesn't return a return receipt or the actual unclaimed envelope

I have seen this happen more frequently now. It's not a problem if one of the envelopes was returned to you unclaimed as long as the address was...

I filed a mechanics lien on a property because the owner failed to pay me for a job. But I did not sue to enforce the lien ...

Yes, you do need to release the lien. If you don't, the owner can file a petition with the Court to get the Court to release the lien and you can...

Check the Court listings index for the County where you live. If the lawsuit involves your home or property and the property is in a different...