Seguros y GravámenesPregunta 1529 de 1605
A contractor who records a mechanics lien for an amount it knows is willfully overstated risks:
a.A larger recovery
b.Nothing, because liens are always valid as recorded
c.Losing the entire lien (the lien may be void) and possible liability for damages
d.An automatic 90-day extension
Explicación
Civil Code §8422 provides that a willfully overstated lien claim is void to the extent of the overstatement, and can result in the claimant losing lien rights and being liable for damages. Contractors should claim only amounts actually due.
Referencia Legal: Civ. Code §8422Practica las 1605 preguntas gratis — sin registro.
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Revisado por Abraham Chen — Licensed California General Contractor (CSLB License #1101856 — verificar)