Northwest Millwork Co. v. Komperda

Third-party plaintiff, Lipowski & Associates, Inc. (Lipowski), appeals from the dismissal of its action to foreclose on a mechanic’s lien and to recover for breach of contract. On appeal, Lipowski argues that its failure to submit a sworn contractor’s statement does not preclude it from pursuing a breach of contract action. We reverse and remand.

This litigation arises out of the construction of improvements to the home of Casimir J. Komperda and Dawn M. Komperda. The Komperdas hired Lipowski to provide architectural and construction management services on the project. Plaintiff, Northwest…