What are the steps in filing a mechanical lean on an ongoing 2 year project?

If the project is not yet complete, you should still have time to file a lien. The lien time runs from completion of the entire project, not the...

Can I file a mechanics lien even though it has been over 90 days since we have been on the job. I am a General contractor in CA

It's probably too late to file a lien now. It sounds like you and your subs haven't done any work out there in almost 4 months. If other...

Can Independent Contractor to a sole-proprietorship in California also be Power of Attorney?

I agree that you can be given a limited power of attorney for the owner unless there is something in the franchise agreement that prohibits it. It...

Yes, it generally is legal for an owner to pay a sub directly, particularly where there are concerns about payment or a potential lien from the...

I want to inspect a property I am accused of a construction defect

I can't tell from your question if a lawsuit has been filed or not. If not, you can write a letter to the homeowner and ask for a site inspection...

Is self-paid COBRA health insurance a collateral source under California law?

This isn't a construction question. I will repost this for you in the personal injury section.

Homeowners do not generally pay for a contractor to come back and fix their roof when it was done incorrectly, especially where there was no...

Can i sue if my construction company is not paying me?

I agree with my fellow attorneys. It's illegal to use another contractor's license to get jobs, even if it's with their permission. It's also...

These kinds of problems can be tricky because you run the risk of the contractor filing a mechanic''s lien on your property. I advise you to...

The statute of limitations for breach of contract is 4 years for a written contract and 2 years for an oral contract. However, if the contractor...