To emgeealex- I am a little anxious about my predicament. I am in a hurry because my son wants breakfast, and I have a lot to do today. Just thought I would pass along that I did not write this for you to correct my spelling errors. You must feel superior to others, pointing out other's mistakes. You must not believe in a higher power because you have no faults.
2007-09-16 02:58:40 · 4 answers · asked by heavnknowz 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You did not specify the issue but most of the time whoever has the best documentation and provides the best support for his/her case. Phone records, construction logs as to when they showed up, how long they worked each day, were there long periods where they did not work and why? Were phone calls returned?.. etc. Did you have a hard time getting and keeping them on the job? etc. The one with the best documention that is specific as far as dates, times, records of phone conversations, and compliance with the original contract signed by both parties, etc. has the better chance. Best of luck.
2007-09-17 03:43:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most cases the burden of proof will be on the contractor. The law will take the side of the customer until the contractor can prove he or she is right.
I am not sure that I correctly understood what you meant with the comment about spelling errors and being superior to others etc. It felt like you were addressing those of us that enjoy helping others by answering questions. I sincerely hope I misunderstood your intent. But if I am right, you are very wrong. Can't speak for others but I enjoy helping others. I do it in my normal life and recently discovered I can reach a much wider circle of people in need of advise right here on YA. I personally only answer questions I know the answer too. If I am not certain but have an hunch I will indicate that and i simply do not know I to to next question.
As far as contractors and I am one of them, most of us are good people that know our trade well and have plenty of experience. There are however numbers of people who take advantage of those who do not know. Hooray for YA you can actually ask a few million people and you will know if a contractor is pulling your leg. Good Luck!
2007-09-19 14:34:48 · answer #2 · answered by Derek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in california the law is weighted strongly towards the customer. the contractor is obligated to draw up a clear contract and to complete the work in a timely and workman like fashion. often the dispute will go to mediation before it goes to court. there a third party will often examine the contract and the quality of work done. if the contractor has done his paperwork correctly and the work is up to industry standards then he can win. if there are any problems with the contract (unclear or incomplete) or the work ( shoddy or incomplete ) then the customer almost always wins.
2007-09-16 11:26:10 · answer #3 · answered by Bruce Goss 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Not you it seems.
2007-09-16 10:06:01 · answer #4 · answered by Puppy Zwolle 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋