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In California, is there still risk of mechanic lien if the project was completed 30 days ago and I haven't received any notice?
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Answered on December 15, 2016
You're probably safe from subcontractor liens since you didn't receive any preliminary notices but the general contractor has 90 days from the date...
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Is it possible to make contractor liable for providing warranty to the works he completed?
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Answered on December 08, 2016
Yes, the contractor is responsible for all the defective work including the warranty. Be careful how you terminate him. You should make a list of...
Cancelling a Home Improvement Contract after 3 Days
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Answered on December 05, 2016
This sounds like fraud. You can file a complaint with the Contractor's State License Board against the contractor. You should also consult with an...
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Can I be sued for an uncompleted job
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Answered on December 04, 2016
Yes you can be sued if your employee messed up this job. Yo are responsible for the acts of your employees. This can have serious consequences...
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Need to verify if a lien is valid on my home
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Answered on November 29, 2016
You need to consult with an experienced construction attorney right away. The lien will need to be reviewed to see if it's valid or not. The lien...
How do i file a petition with the court to have an invalid/expired mechanics lien released from my residential property in CA?
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Answered on November 28, 2016
I agree that you or your attorney) need to send the contractor a letter demanding they release the lien. I always prepare the Release of Lien and...
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What is chance to get money back from contractor?
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Answered on November 27, 2016
You should file a complaint against the contractor with the Contractors State License Board and make a claim against his license bond. The CSLB...
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Unpaid mover of an old man's stuff into his garage during bogus flood resto. pretended she recorded a mechanic's lien. Legal?
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Answered on November 27, 2016
The conduct of the moving company sounds highly questionable. You will need to explain all of this to the judge in Small Claims Court. Don't do...
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Construction contract termination and its impact on enforcing the contract
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Answered on November 27, 2016
You still have your contract rights after you terminate the contractor. You can only recover up to $10,000 against the contractor in Small Claims...
How does one collect on a judgement from small claims court
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Answered on November 25, 2016
If you have a judgment against a contractor, you can send a letter with a copy of the judgment to the Judgment Enforcement Unit of the Contractors...