by konchiwa123 » Fri Jun 27, 2008 07:58 am
Dear All
I need help. I live in LA and try to built house in Florida. And I asked construction company to build house but took money from lender and disappered. Now sub-construction company sue me for $12,000 and put lien on my property. And on top of that plaintiff lawyer add another $20,000 for attorney fee. I had a mediation but could get any agreement. I have a trial on August for judgement. I know I have to pay this lien but I'm planning to forclose my property to get away from this lien or judgement. But they might have a chance to come to California to transfer this judgement and come after me. Do they have right to sue me with all the lien and crazy tremendous attorney fee ? I'm stuck. The house is not even complete so can't even sell. Need adviced. Thanks
I need help. I live in LA and try to built house in Florida. And I asked construction company to build house but took money from lender and disappered. Now sub-construction company sue me for $12,000 and put lien on my property. And on top of that plaintiff lawyer add another $20,000 for attorney fee. I had a mediation but could get any agreement. I have a trial on August for judgement. I know I have to pay this lien but I'm planning to forclose my property to get away from this lien or judgement. But they might have a chance to come to California to transfer this judgement and come after me. Do they have right to sue me with all the lien and crazy tremendous attorney fee ? I'm stuck. The house is not even complete so can't even sell. Need adviced. Thanks
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2008 12:09 pm Post Subject:
This sounds more like a legal and financial question rather than insurance related...Do you not have an attorney representing you in this?
Posted: Sat Jun 28, 2008 05:05 am Post Subject:
Yeah, it sounds more like a legal question than an insurance one, but still I'll try to answer it. However, I'm not a legal professional, hence, take my advise with a pinch of salt.
Do they have right to sue me with all the lien and crazy tremendous attorney fee ?
Technically yes, when they have successfully won the judgement against you, they can charge you for the rest of the loan along with the legal expenses that they've incurred during the hearing.
Please, consult an attorney to know more about you chances.
Posted: Sat Jun 28, 2008 05:40 am Post Subject:
IMO once you've got the judgment against you, you are required to pay it within the time granted by the court of law. Otherwise, the lienholder can come after your wage and property.
It doesn't matter where the judgment was obtained, it'll remain valid across the country.
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