Bernard v. Merrick

TURNAGE, Judge.

Durr ell Bernard brought suit against John Merrick and his wife and Boonslick Savings and Loan Association to establish a mechanic’s lien on certain property owned by Merrick. It was further sought to establish such mechanic’s lien as prior to a deed of trust held by Boonslick on the same real estate. The trial court adjudged a mechanic’s lien in favor of Bernard superior to the deed of trust.

On this appeal Boonslick primarily raises the point the mechanic’s lien statement filed by Bernard was insufficient. Reversed.

John Merrick was engaged in the building of homes near…