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Can I lien for an old balance I missed liening, now that a different contractor is buying from us for same project?

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Ben Lowensohn

Hi, I have money owed on a project for which I missed the filing deadline a year ago. Now a different contractor is purchasing from us for the same job. Can I now place a lien for the old debt as I am now "on the job" again? If yes, does it matter whether they pay COD ? Thanks in advance

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Attorney at Greenspoon Marder
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Feb 22, 2022
No, the old lien is dead, you cannot lien the new contractor for the debt of the prior party. Definitely do COD and you may want to increase the price to cover the risk on the job.
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Ben Lowensohn
Feb 22, 2022

Thank You Carol

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Attorney at Greenspoon Marder
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you are most welcome
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