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I just pulled as owner/builder at a contractor's request without understanding it completely.
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Answered on November 07, 2014
I would go back to the city and explain the situation and ask them to change the permit to the contractor's name. They may insist that the...
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Mechanic Lien Question?
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Answered on November 07, 2014
Yes if the sub signs a conditional final and gets paid that amount, they have waived their lien rights. It's also illegal for a sub to lien a job...
Is it required "by law" to let a Construction Contractor try to fix his mistakes before going after his bond?
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Answered on November 06, 2014
It's not a statute but is based on case law and fairness principles. If you've already told the contractor about the problem and he hasn't tried to...
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How can i recover my vehicle from a mechanic who has now filed a lien?
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Answered on November 03, 2014
You've posted this in the wrong section. This is for construction not auto repairs.
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Off-Setting or Setting Off of Funds in Construction Can General Contractor off-set funds on sub-contractor to settle a dispute.
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Answered on October 28, 2014
It is legal to off-set funds from a subcontractor provided the circumstances warrant it. However, the sub can still file a mechanic's lien and/or...
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Construction responsability
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Answered on October 22, 2014
Yes you should worry. As a handyman, you are allowed to do work which would otherwise require a contractor's license if the cost of the labor and...
Improper construction caused subfloor/floor damage. Estimate is 13K to fix; builder's 1st offer 5K. Negotiate or go to court?
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Answered on October 21, 2014
It's always better to negotiate than go to court, if you can. Insurance claims adjustors always try to tell you that your claim is worth less than...
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How can I fight a contractors lein
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Answered on October 20, 2014
I believe that I already answered this question earlier today but the facts seem to have changed a bit. There doesn't appear to be a mechanic's...
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How can I fight a contractors lein
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Answered on October 20, 2014
A contractor is not allowed to lien for work they didn't do. The work must able be for a permanent improvement to the property, not just looking...
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Solar system not performing as indicated by salesman-contract only mentions the hardware & installation-Can I change contract?
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Answered on October 10, 2014
These contracts are generally very cleverly written. It would be best to have an attorney review it for you. You may be able to sue them for...