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Can a private contractor put a lien against a company that has not paid them?
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∙ 15y ago
If the contractor performed labor or provided materials for the company, then the provider of goods or services may claim a lien against the property which they provided the goods or services to. See a construction law attorney for details--check the phonebook for an attorney who gives "free consultations."
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoIn most states, yes. If the goods were used on your property, then you are responsible for payment. I strongly recommend you consult with a real estate lawyer in your area to get more specific advise based on your state's laws.
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∙ 15y agoConstruction law liens vary from state to state so you have to check your state code of laws for the requirements. You should consult with a construction law attorney since he will have the forms and can tell you the procedure. It has to be follwed precisely or you may be required to pay the other party's legal fees. The time to file is measured from the last day you did work on the project and you will need documentation. Your position will also be much stronger if you have a written contract. Even if the time to file a construction lien has expired, you can still sue for work you have performed either under the contract or under the theory of "quantum meruit." This simply means that you did the work and deserve to be paid for it. However, there is a statute of limitations on your claim so you need to file sooner rather than later. The SOL varies by state and depends on whether it was a verbal contract or written contract.
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∙ 14y agoIt is true that when having renovation work done on your property, if the general contractor hires a sub-contractor to perform duties and doesn't pay him...we as homeowners are liable. It was the general contractor who hired the sub-contractor with no involvement from us as the homeowner's.
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∙ 11y agoYes, if they follow the procedure set by law.
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Can a contractor lien the property and my vehicle?
Yes and no. The contractor can file a lien against your house for non-payment. Even if you honestly don't owe the contractor any money, he may still lien your house; he will eventually have to prove the lien's validity in court or it is automatically released. No lien can be filed against your car. However, if the contractor gets a judgment against you, that judgment may be executed against your car and home to secure payment.
In new york can a contractor put a lien against property after six month about which contractor had already complaint?
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Can a private contractor place a lien on someones property even if no written contract exists?
Yes. A licensed contractor could claim a lien under the legal doctrine of quantum meruit. However, the lien will expire (in 8 mos. in WA) if not foreclosed. Your best option, if you are not selling or refinancing, is to do nothing.
Can I file criminal charges against my contractor for taking my money and not paying his subcontractor who then filed a lien on my house?
No
How do you file a claim or lien against a company who did not pay the account payables?
You can't just file a valid lien against a company. You have to have a statutory right to a lien on specific property. Therefore, unless you made improvements to their real estate, or did work on their vehicle, or are their attorney, or provided medical services, the only way you can claim a valid lien is to first sue the company and obtain a judgment. Then the judgment can be a lien against the company's real estate and you can also execute against its assets.
What is a subcontractor release of lien?
this is a waiver of lien by contractor, subcontractor, or supplier.
A contractor has put a mechanics lien on your house the work is unfinished and there is no signed contract what are your options?
First, if the contractor is licensed, he can file a lien against your house under the doctrine of quantum meruit (Google it for more info). Although the work is unfinished, the contractor is nevertheless entitled to be compensated for the work he has done. However, you must now find a contractor to finish the job. You will then be entitled to the cost of finding the new contractor (if this has caused you money damages). Remember that (in WA) a lien will expire in 8 mos.--the contractor must sue you during this period or the lien expires. I suggest you simply find another contractor--if the original one sues over the lien, you should then counterclaim. In such a case, talk to a construction law attorney.
Can I change a mechanic's lien to a common law lien after the mechanic's lien has been released by the court?
No. You are not licensed to be a contractor, so any work you do is technically considered illegal. Therefore, you have no right to claim a lien against your customer, even if he did not pay you what you are owed.
Can a contractor file a lien against your townhouse if your HOA is the one who hires him to rebuild the front porch and they now have a payment dispute?
Generally, yes. You are a member of the association, and the lien requirements may be that the lien be filed against all members, or all members in addition to the association's board.
Can a electrical contractor put a lien on your house?
Yes. If the contractor has performed work on the house, and has not been paid, he may file a lien. Even if you truly don't owe the contractor any money, he may still file a lien; eventually, he will have to prove its validity in court or the lien is released automatically.
Is there a lien against a car that I am going to buy?
If you are buying a car on payments then there will be a lien on the car. the company will release the lien once the car is paid off.
Can an auto insurance company file a lien against your home for auto damages?
Yes--but only if they have a court judgment against you. In that case, they would have what is called a judgment lien.
