A sub contractor has filed a Right to Lein, what do I need to do to legally make the contractor pay the subs?

Ryan's answer is good advice when you still have money to pay the general contractor. Throughout a construction project, whenever money is paid...

What if I decide not to pay my contractor?

I think that Jordan's answer to your question is excellent. I would only add two additional things concerning the ability for the contractor to...

What are my rights as a contractor if a lien is not filed within 90 days?

Liens are a terrific remedy for contractors. If you're unpaid and file your lien on time, you acquire security rights against the property itself...

Contractor ignored previous letters...

It is important to file your lawsuit within the 4 months in your contract. Depending on the terms of the contract, the BBB Complaint may not be...

What legal steps do i need to take to collect money on a signed contract

There are a number of legal steps you can take to collect this outstanding debt. The first step is certainly filing a construction lien. In...

This depends on the agreement between you and your tenant. Typically, a bond for deed transaction will have a provision in the contract that...

How do I go about fighting for my business?

Sorry to hear about your circumstances. Disputes between business partners is quite common, and there are specific procedural remedies for this. ...

What are my claims against the process serving company?

Yes, you likely can sue for this misrepresentation. The general rule is that when someone's actions or misrepresentations causes you damage, you...

Bathroom remodel gone awry, contractor walked off job leaving shoddy work to be corrected...

This is a good question, and one we encounter frequently. Let me start by saying that there is no rule or law that prohibits a homeowner from...

In private arbitration pursuant to RCW 7.04 in WA, can an arbitrator grant an injunction, or can he only grant monetary awards?

RCW §7.06.020 provides that "all civil actions...where the sole relief sought is a money judgment..." are subject to mandatory arbitration. As...