Nj cll
Can a subcontractor place a lein on a homeowner for material that a contractor supposedly purchased for their job? Contractor started a job and was given half payment for the job and then abandoned the job. The supplier gave the contractor material for the job but the supplier is coming after the homeowner because he was never paid by the contractor.
Re: Nj cll
It is easy to put a lien on property so the subcontractor can do it. The issue is how to have it removed. If, as you say, the prime contractor was already paid for the materials, then the supplier has no claim against the homeowner and the lien should be removed upon request. If the supplier refuses to do that and has to be taken to court to have the lien removed, then the homeowner may have a secondary action for slander of title that will help to recover any attorney fees.
My firm handles matters of this type, however it may be easier for you to work with a lawyer whose office is closer to you. (You did not give your Zip code.) If I can be of further help to you, call or email. If you remind me that the contact was through Lawguru, the first consultation will be free.
See also: http://info.corbettlaw.net/lawguru.htm
Re: Nj cll
It is easy to put a lien on property so the subcontractor can do it. The issue is how to have it removed. If, as you say, the prime contractor was already paid for the materials, then the supplier has no claim against the homeowner and the lien should be removed upon request. If the supplier refuses to do that and has to be taken to court to have the lien removed, then the homeowner may have a secondary action for slander of title that will help to recover any attorney fees.
My firm handles matters of this type, however it may be easier for you to work with a lawyer whose office is closer to you. (You did not give your Zip code.) If I can be of further help to you, call or email. If you remind me that the contact was through Lawguru, the first consultation will be free.
See also: http://info.corbettlaw.net/lawguru.htm
Re: Nj cll
It is easy to put a lien on property so the subcontractor can do it. The issue is how to have it removed. If, as you say, the prime contractor was already paid for the materials, then the supplier has no claim against the homeowner and the lien should be removed upon request. If the supplier refuses to do that and has to be taken to court to have the lien removed, then the homeowner may have a secondary action for slander of title that will help to recover any attorney fees.
My firm handles matters of this type, however it may be easier for you to work with a lawyer whose office is closer to you. (You did not give your Zip code.) If I can be of further help to you, call or email. If you remind me that the contact was through Lawguru, the first consultation will be free.
See also: http://info.corbettlaw.net/lawguru.htm
