Oliver Owner hires Contractor to remodel his living room; the work involves the services of a Masonry, Inc., a subcontractor. After the work is done Contractor fails-unknown to Owner-to pay Masonry, Inc. In most states Masonry itself cannot put a lien on Owner's property.

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In most states, subcontractors like Masonry, Inc. can file a mechanic's lien on the property if they are not paid, even if the property owner has already paid the general contractor.

Oliver Owner Hires Contractor to Remodel His Living Room; the Work