Legal Question in Construction Law in California
not paying
Did work for owner of property, work with owner directly completing project
I have sign contract, has not paid any $ can I place a lien on property did I need to file 20-Day notice.
I was not working as sub contractor what can I do to collect
Asked on 8/19/08, 6:45 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
EZRA FRUCHTER
LAW OFFICES OF E. LEONARD FRUCHTER
Re: not paying
You can file a Mechanic's lien if it is timely. You can also take the owner to small claims court if the demand is within court limits ($7,500.00)
Note that if you record a lien, you must file a law suit to perfect the lien within 90 days of recording.
Best of Luck
E. Leonard Fruchter
Answered on 8/19/08, 8:26 pm