what happens if i only pay the contractor half of what i owe

by vinny2255 » Sun Nov 14, 2010 04:42 pm

i am a contractor that was not paid the full amount owed by customer who recieved claim

Total Comments: 2

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010 01:22 am Post Subject:

Do you have some type of agreement with the party that you worked for? If so, place a lien on the property and/or file suit against them.

The insurance company is under no obligation to make sure you get paid. Like you, they have a contract with their insured to make a payment to their insured.

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010 02:46 am Post Subject:

It may be too late to file the lien on the property. Most states require a preliminary lien notice, and do not allow a lien to be filed more than 20 days after performing the work.

If you are a licensed contractor, why are you performing work without a written contract that requires payment, and in the event of non-payment, the imposition of attorney's fees if a civil action becomes necessary?

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