Guest Editorial<br>How Fair Are The Mechanic Lien Laws?
I have been selling building materials for 22 years, and for all of those years I have followed the trials and tribulations of reputable subcontractors trying to collect their money from less-than-reputable people. Thousands of pages have been printed on the subject, many in this publication.
During these years I have become well-versed with the mechanic lien laws. I have filled out the forms, recorded the liens and taken part in more than enough depositions, arbitrations and courtroom actions for one career. Through all of this I have come to the conclusion that the legal avenues provided by the lien laws to subcontractors -- particularly small and new subcontracting companies -- are of little value.