How can a unlicensed subcontractor sue for breach of contract by unlicensed contractor hired by realtor agent for commercial?
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Answered on August 12, 2019
An unlicensed sub can’t sue to recover monies owed for work which requires a license. I agree that the sub.might be able to recover wages through...
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Can we sue contractor in middle of work since it is past due and contractor is not responding on phone?
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Answered on August 09, 2019
Yes you can sue this unlicensed contractor in the middle of the work. Because he's unlicensed you can go to Court and get an order for him to...
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Do Have to pay for something was not made aware of?
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Answered on August 08, 2019
This certainly sounds like a scam. If your parents are over 65 this could be elder abuse. I advise you to immediately contact the district...
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Can I place a lien?
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Answered on August 08, 2019
The type of firebrush cleanup work you did is not generally considered to be the type of permanent improvement work that you can lien for. While...
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Can I ask my neighbor to pay for pipe repair due to their tree roots?
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Answered on August 06, 2019
This is something that should be covered by your neighbor's property insurance. You can make a claim if you get the insurance information from...
Do I have to give a Contractors workers their machinery and tools back if my job is unfinished and abandoned ?
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Answered on August 06, 2019
No, you must give them their tools and equipment back. You can still file a complaint with the Contractor’s State License Board against the...
Can a mechanic's lien stop a business from even opening?
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Answered on August 05, 2019
A mechanic's lien expires after 90 days unless the claimant files a lawsuit to foreclose the lien in Court. Many claimants fail to do this because...
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How to remove a lien on home after 26 years bill paid and business is no longer in business.
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Answered on August 01, 2019
A mechanic’s lien expires by operation of law after 90 days if no lawsuit is filed to foreclose the lien. Sometimes a letter from an attorney to...
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What should i do if a landscaping company threatens to put lien against my rented house ?
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Answered on July 31, 2019
Cutting weeds is NOT the type of permanent improvement work which a contractor can legally lien for. I suggest you write the contractor a letter...
Can you further explain the $500.00 ($499.00) limit per job for a unlicensed contractor one step further please?
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Answered on July 23, 2019
There is no monthly limitation. It's based on the project itself. You can't split up a bigger job into smaller pieces under $500 to avoid the...