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A person doing work on my summer home in Maine as a result of a broken pipe walked off the job and has now filed a lien
Need someone with knowledge of Maine Mechanics's Lien Law
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Apr 6, 2020
Mechanics liens can be a frightening proposition for an owner, but this article can help to identify some next steps after a lien filing: A Mechanics Lien Was Filed on My Property – What Do I Do Now? Further, if you're looking to contact a Maine construction attorney, Jay Gregory is a member of the Expert Center and might be able to help you.
Keep in mind that a mechanics lien claimant can file their lien even if there's a dispute over what's owed and even if there's a dispute over the quality of their work. But, that doesn't mean the lien can't be challenged on either front - and if they've overstated their lien claim or if their work is unacceptable, then an owner may be able to get the lien tossed aside. Though, minor issues in a lien claim won't warrant the claim being thrown out completely.
Technical issues with the claim could result in the lien being invalid, too. For more on the rules surrounding Maine lien claims: Maine Mechanics Lien Guide and FAQs.