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Can you put a lien on an unlicensed contractor who is paid in full and doesn't finish the job?
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∙ 15y ago
Legally, yes. Whether or not his license status would create problems of a different nature would depend on the laws of the state where he does business. Of course if he were getting paid "off the books" he probably would want to consider the consequences of taking an oath in a court of law before filing a lawsuit. A unlicensed illegal contractor cannot sue you since he or she is illegal. Something illegal cannot be the subject of a lawsuit. California Business & Professions Code Section 7031 allows you to recover all compensation paid to an unlicensed contractor for work done during four years prior to the filing of law suit. Make sure you file before the four year anniversary of the illegal work. Answer It is true that an unlicensed contractor cannot sue to recover "compensation." However, an unlicensed contractor who is considered a "developer of mass produced housing subject to claims for strict liability" could sue a subcontractor for equitable indemnity type claims. Furthermore, there has been no case interpretation on whether or not you can recover monies paid to an unlicensed contract when you knew at the time of entering into the contract that the contractor was unlicensed. At least one noted construction law attorney has opined that a homeowner might be prevented from recovering the compensation in such cases.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agoMost states do not allow an unlicensed contractor to lien property. Some states however, do allow a lien if someone is operating under the "handyman" laws so don't assume either way. You'll need to check your state laws.
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∙ 15y agoNo. Liens are filed only by persons who were not paid for goods or services they provided. For a quick, inexpensive, and informal way to get justice from the deadbeat contractor without an attorney or any legal knowledge, I suggest small claims court. A small claims court judgment will be a judgment lien against the crook, and can be enforced through a variety of means, including requiring him to come to court and answer questions about his property (judgment debtor examination.) If the amount you are owed exceeds the small claims jurisdictional limit, see an attorney (look in the phonebook for one who gives "free consultations.)
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∙ 15y agoNo. Unlicensed contractors are technically illegal, so the state does not allow liens to be filed.
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Will your full coverage auto insurance cover if an unlicensed driver got into an accident with your car but was not at fault?
Yes
Tender documents required a CAR policy. what is the full form of CAR?
It is contractor's all risk policy to be insured by contractor for the work.
What contract puts the full performance risk on the contractor?
Cost Reimbursement.
If an unlicensed person drives a vehicle with full coverage and a wreck occurs whether at fault or not will the vehicle be covered?
No,the vehicle will not be covered.
What is the basic definition of contractor jobs?
Contractor who has a contract with the owner of the job, and has the full responsibility for finishing the job. Subcontractor carry out specific parts of the contract.
What contract type puts the full risk on the contractor?
Fixed Pric
How do you stop contractor from trying to put lien on house?
Pay the full amount that you owe.Pay the full amount that you owe.Pay the full amount that you owe.Pay the full amount that you owe.
Is it a felony to shoot a full auto gun without a permit?
Depends. To possess an unlicensed full auto is a felony. Shooting a legal one isn't, so long as it's compliant with all applicable laws.
Borrowed friends car that has full coverage left the keys on dash told unlicensed daughter to find a licensed driver to pick up other daughter instead she drove and totaled it will his ins pay?
Maybe, and I know of a similar situation in which the parents policy of the unlicensed daughter paid for the damage.
What do you call a person that doesnt take full credit?
modest
Why does the full moon come first in the moon cycle?
it doesnt
How long should you allow a construction to go past the contracted completion date?
If work is not completed by the date on which it was promised, the contractor is in violation and should not be paid the full agreed amount. If the work is being built for an event on a specific date and is not completed, then the contractor should not be paid anything, as the work was worthless. On an ordinary renovation contract, anything beyond 14 days late should be considered a very serious problem, and the owner would be justified in demanding an explanation and commitment for the earliest possible completion date. If the contractor does not cooperate, cash in the performance bond and hire another contractor to finish the job as soon as possible.
