Torno & Donaher, Inc. v. Covino

This is an action to foreclose a mechanic’s lien. While the defendants are five in number, the sole controversy is between the plaintiff and the defendant Katherina Covino, who hereinafter will be referred to as the defendant.

The defendant is the owner of certain real estate described in paragraph 3 of the plaintiff’s complaint. It is located in the town of Westport and comprises land and a building thereon. The first floor of the building is designed for use as a restaurant, which is called the “Cross-Roads.” On December 21, 1949, the defendant agreed in writing (exhibit C) with one Charles…