I'm a Subcontractor working on a Large Commercial project, I finished my work on the job two months ago but haven't fully gotten paid - and my customer isn't wanting to paid. what should I do?
North Carolina's mechanics lien rights system can get confusing in a hurry, but this article should be useful for determining whether you're able to file a mechanics lien against the property: North Carolina Has 3 Different Types of Mechanics Lien.
As mentioned in that article, a lien on funds should be available, and it's possible that a lien against the property will be too. For additional background on North Carolina mechanics liens: North Carolina Mechanics Lien Guide and FAQs.
Additionally, keep in mind that the mere threat of a lien claim will often lead to payment, too. By sending a Notice of Intent to Lien to both the customer and the property owner, that will put a lot of pressure on the customer to pay you what you're owed. More on that option, here: What is A Notice of Intent to Lien And Should I Send One?
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