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I recently pulled a permit in a Texas city, as an electrical sub-contractor. Two days from finishing the work for the entire project. my company was fired because my supply house delivered some equipment missing two critical components. when notified the manufacturer explained that there had been a Covid-19 outbreak in Mexico where these components were currently being made and there was no date in the near future that manufacturing would continue. I explained the situation and was told that i would be let go so he could save his ass from having to pay 1500 a day for going over the deadline. now I'm out 12,000 for materials and labor and feel as if I was let go unfairly. What is my course of action and do I have a course of action. Something quick I'm drowning in debt and scraping by the skin on my teeth. I want to file a lien and sue their asses off!

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Apr 18, 2021
You should consider preparing a letter to mail by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the contractor to set out the facts and to demand the relief that you want. Attach your invoice for what you are owed. Make sure that your letter is professional and business like as it may be evidence later. You should provide the owner and contractor with a certified mail notice of non-payment with a request that the owner trap funds, and with a request that the owner withhold retainage from the contractor. Retain a construction attorney to determine whether or not you have mechanic's lien rights. Good luck.
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