Can I file a mechanics lien foran unpaid balance even though all work is not complete?
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Can I file a mechanics lien foran unpaid balance even though all work is not complete?
I am a general contractor. My company was recently terminated from working on a job over payment arrangements that the customer had previously agreed to. I have kept the plans and permit the customer is asking for them back but has not paid me for the last week of work. What is my recourse?
Asked on January 5, 2012 under Business Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you have already pre-liened the work of improvement that you were working on as a general contractor in accordance with your state's laws, then you can then record the mechanic's lien on this property and then bring a legal action to foreclose upon it.
I suggest that you first consult with an attorney that practices construction law to make sure that you have properly pre-liened the property that you were working on as a licensed contractor if you cannot resolve the dispute with the property owner over payments owed you.
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