Legal Question in Consumer Law in Florida

Re: Contractor

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No. The Mechanics Lien Statutes deals with the rights of a contractor, subcontractor or materialman to file a Claim of Lien against the property owner but does not give equal rights to the property owner. In order to file a "lien" you would have to file a lawsuit against the Contractor.

Florida does have some very specific laws about job abandonment for contractors, however. I strongly suggest that you contact a competent attorney who can answer your specific questions and work with you on this matter.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.