Your current state is Ohio
During construction of the roof, there was a rainstorm. The worker was instructed to lay tarps on the roof before departing to protect the unfinished roof from damage. He failed to due so, and I had leaks coming into the house. The foreman of the job came during the rainstorm to patch the leaks and... View More 
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that the leak in your roof may be due to the improper installation and the failure of the worker to protect the unfinished roof during construction in 2012. In California, the statute of limitations for construction defects is typically 10 years from... View More
In the state of Florida, what is the maximum late payment interest charges a contractor can charge a client for not paying on time? On top of the interest charges can a contractor add a fixed late payment monthly fee? Example 2% late payment fee penalty plus $100.00 per month
answered on Apr 8, 2024
Unfortunately, as with many issues regarding construction contracts, many of the rights and remedies are derived from the written terms and conditions of the agreement itself, rather from any statutory or regulatory authority. In very general terms, Florida law provides that no combination of... View More
a property a purchased by a in 1970, sold by a to his sons b and c in 1980.the legal heirs of b filed suit for partition in 2012. legal heirs of c claims that b sold the property to c via agreement. suit for partition running evidenced done and for rebuttal now in 2016 legal heirs of c comes with... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems the legal heirs of C are attempting to introduce a new claim via counterclaim in 2016, asserting that B had sold his share of the property to C via an agreement, after the partition suit was filed by B's legal heirs in 2012.
The... View More
WE have an insurance claim and our contractor's estimate is far off from the adjuster's, and what the insurance company is willing to pay. The contract states that if it is cancelled 3 days from execution then we owe %1500.00. In this instance. What does "execution" mean?... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The term execution usually means to complete the formation of the contract by having necessary parties sign. But the term is also used loosely, so that some may argue that it involves carrying out the obligations. It... View More
It's been going on for nearly 2 years now. Theres always dust in my apt, i cant ooen the windows etc. BUT Since the holidays they have been starting Construction at 5am a few times per week. Other tenants here have called the police but it still happens. I have videos and photos of the... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I understand your frustration with the ongoing construction and the negative impact it's having on your quality of life in your apartment. The early morning noise, dust, and inability to open windows are all valid concerns. Here are a few steps you can consider taking:
1. Review your... View More
What form do I use to file a "Plaintiff's Complaint in Circuit Court" after my Small Claim filing is switched to Regular Civil Docket of Circuit Court? And is there anyone available and willing to help me stop more tenants from getting sick or losing $1000's in personal property... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation with the toxic living environment. To answer your questions:
The specific form to file a Plaintiff's Complaint in Circuit Court will depend on your state and county. Many states have standard complaint forms available on the court's... View More
I sell traffic control devices and want to bid on a contract with the county in TN. The price will be above $25,000. Do I need a contractors license to bid if I'm not providing a service? I am a wholesale company only. If so, which contractor license would I need?
answered on Mar 30, 2024
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Attorneys here aren't likely to know this off the top of their heads. It might be more reliable to check with the purchasing/procurement department manager of the county - it could depend on how they wrote... View More
I sell traffic control devices and want to bid on a contract with the county in TN. The price will be above $25,000. Do I need a contractors license to bid if I'm not providing a service? I am a wholesale company only. If so, which contractor license would I need?
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
If you are only selling them the device, that should not expose you to Tennessee contractor laws. But if you are performing any work, or paying someone else to perform the work for the installation you probably are subject to the contractor statutes. This question is pretty complicated and will be... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Under California law, if a client has refused to pay your closing invoice for services rendered, you have several steps you can take to pursue the payment owed to you. Initially, it's advisable to attempt resolving the dispute amicably by contacting the client directly to discuss the issue.... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
Under California law, when facing a situation where a client refuses to pay the remaining balance on an invoice, you have several avenues to consider. Initially, you should attempt to resolve the dispute amicably by communicating directly with the client. It's beneficial to review the contract... View More
City of Princeton, TX awarded a contract for $49,720 (no bond required) to their vendor. The vendor hired my company to do the whole wireless project for $45,500. We completed the project and provided all the hardware. The city paid the vendor, the vendor has refused to pay us. The city claims they... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2024
No, a city is not required to act as surety for subcontractors. You have a valid cause of action for breach of contract against the person or entity you contracted with.
There are numerous things that could be in that subcontract to protect you from that person being paid by the City and... View More
I hired a contractor to fix my home after a Fire. He installed an HVAC System that the Ins company paid $18,000.00. THE STYSTEM WORKED FOR 3 WEEKS AND NOW THEY HAVE STOPPED ANSWERING MY CALLS. Can I put a lien against HIS Business? If so , whats the name of the LIEN that I need to file. PLease... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2024
No, there is no lien you can place against a contractor's business in this situation until you have first obtained a judgment in a civil lawsuit against the contractor.
If a new HVAC system was installed in your home, that system likely has a manufacturer's warranty. If the... View More
The contractor brought in all the subcontractors into the case.
Do I need to deal directly with the subcontractors or just with the contractor’s personal attorney and his insurance attorney?
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
In a residential construction defect case in California where the general contractor has brought in subcontractors as cross-defendants, you will primarily deal with the contractor's personal attorney and their insurance attorney. However, there may be instances where you or your attorney will... View More
To start upon acceptance of bid. They called my business associate and said they accepted the proposal he then went down and got a check from the bank that wrote and signed the proposal for. He took the money and for the wro.g equipment for the job and pelht the rest of his money towards his... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
When a bid for a painting job is accepted and payment is made, the expectation is that the funds will be used as agreed upon - to cover expenses related to the job, such as purchasing the right equipment and materials necessary to complete the work. Misappropriating these funds, especially for... View More
To start upon acceptance of bid. They called my business associate and said they accepted the proposal he then went down and got a check from the bank that wrote and signed the proposal for. He took the money and for the wro.g equipment for the job and pelht the rest of his money towards his... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
In the situation you've described, where a business associate accepted a payment on behalf of your business for a painting job and then misused those funds, several legal and ethical issues are at play. Once a bid is accepted and a payment is made, the funds should be used as agreed upon in... View More
Concrete sidewalk/steps/handrails installed - paid in full $3900. MAJOR issues with the work and home inspection deemed all of work unsafe. Every other contractor said all concrete had to be removed and redone - basically start from scratch. Total paid to redo - $7100. Filed claim and have... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2024
The regulations governing the adjudication of claims against the Guaranty Fund specify the formulas to be used by the Commission when calculating an award for actual loss from the Guaranty Fund:
Unless it determines that a particular claim requires a unique measurement, the Commission shall... View More
Damage resulted from first contractor doing work. If client does not allow first contractor/their choice sub-contractor to do repairs, and instead hires a contractor themselves, is the original contractor financially responsible to pay new contractors fees?
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
In Delaware, as in many jurisdictions, the original contractor may be held responsible for damages resulting from their work. If the work performed by the original contractor caused damage, and the client opts to hire another contractor for repairs, the original contractor could potentially be... View More
My property is 2 years old and till current having issues poor workmanship poor material quality etc
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Under California law, homeowners who discover construction defects in their properties have rights and options for recourse. These defects can range from poor workmanship to the use of substandard materials. Given your property is only two years old and experiencing such issues, you may have a... View More
We filed against our contractors bond because he abandoned the job and his worked caused an injury and is faulty. He has subsequently filed a bogus mechanics lien and not followed the law for filing it.
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In California, if you're facing a fraudulent mechanic's lien filed by a contractor, there are specific steps you can take to fight it. First, it's important to gather all relevant documentation, including any contracts, correspondence, and evidence of the work performed (or not... View More
I hired a contractor to do some dirt work on my property. I paid him via checks that all cleared. Now, 5 months later, the dirt company that he bought the dirt from, has sent me a letter saying that he did not pay them the final $1295 that he owed them. They say in their letter that they tried... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
The company that provided the dirt for your property may have the right to file a lien against your property if they haven't been paid for the materials supplied. However, whether they can actually do so depends on the laws and regulations in your specific jurisdiction. In some cases, lien... View More
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