We are an Arizona general contractor. Our client is refusing to make the final payment. We just moved here this year and we were not aware that we have to give preliminary notice no more than 20 days after starting the project. Are there any remedies we have to still file a lien and get paid? Lisa Chima C: 559-970-6880
I am sorry about the issues. If the work has been completed a month or so before, your lien rights are lost. You can sue for breach of contract or unjust enrichment to try to collect.
Especially since you are new here, make sure to have a construction attorney to help related to liens, your contract, and your business. Always make sure to calendar dates for the preliminary notice and serve ASAP. If you are late, you can still get some protection during the project. The notice protects you 20 days before its sending so even if you are late, as long as you are still working, you can get some days covered under the lien.
Always remember to write down the dates on your calendar for the preliminary notice, and serve as soon as possible Google Feud. Even if you are late, there is still a chance that you will be protected throughout the project.