Davidson v. Hensen

Bruce Hensen contracted to build a house for Samuel and Elizabeth Davidson. Disputes arose, and Hensen sought arbitration pursuant to the contract. After the close of evidence in the arbitration hearing, the Davidsons learned that Hensen’s contractor registration and security bond may have lapsed. The arbitrator refused to consider any additional evidence and rendered an award for Hensen. Hensen then petitioned the Superior Court to confirm the award and the Davidsons objected, arguing that RCW 18.27.080 bars unregistered contractors from maintaining a court action to collect compensation.…