What type of lawyer would specialize in this situation? Am I obligated to pay the subs even though I already paid the main contractor? Seems like the subs should only be able to go after the main. Would a lien affect my credit rating?
2006-08-18 20:43:28 · 4 answers · asked by Rob 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You should contact a local construction lawyer for assistance. Most states have laws the allow subcontractors to file liens for nonpayment, but there are many ways to address this situation.
I have 12+ years experience as a construction attorney in California. However, the laws vary by state so any additional comments by me would only be speculation unless you were in my state.
2006-08-19 00:53:51 · answer #1 · answered by Carl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My wife and I had this happen to us. We were having a front walk put in. The guy we hired bought concrete on his former employers credit. When the concrete company came looking for their money, his employer came after us. We were able to recover the money from the guy who did the work. Ultimately the responsibility for payment for the work will fall on you. You'll have to then recover the money from the main contractor. I hope this helps.
2006-08-18 20:57:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no worries. if they file a lien contact the court, talk to the judge. provide proof you paid. the judge will remove the lien and tell them they have to sue the contractor.
2006-08-18 20:55:25 · answer #3 · answered by ground-zero 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would go after the contractor MAFIA style.
Or I'd look in the yellow pages.
2006-08-18 20:49:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋