Olsen v. Santa Barbara's Gracious Living, Inc.

Opinion

PERREN, J.

Alex Moving & Storage (Alex) filed a third party claim asserting that it had a lien for transport and storage fees on personal property owned by respondents Robert B. Olsen and Elrita Olsen. Alex appeals from a judgment denying its claim, contending that the trial court erred in failing to enforce its lien. We agree and reverse.

Facts and Procedural History

Robert B. and Elrita Olsen (Seller) owned a business providing residential care for the elderly. In January 2001, Seller entered into an agreement, called a “letter of intent,” to sell the business to defendants Santa…