Graff v. Boise Cascade Corp.

HALL, Chief Justice:

Plaintiffs brought this action for the purpose of invalidating a mechanic’s lien claimed against their property. Both sides moved for summary judgment and the trial court ruled in favor of defendant, concluding that the notice of intention to claim a lien which was recorded by defendant was in substantial compliance with statutory requirements.

The facts are not in dispute. At the time defendant filed the notice of lien, Roncor, Inc., was the record owner of the property. However, plaintiffs were the equitable owners as evidenced by an agreement that was subsequently made…