California Commercial Enterprises v. Amedeo Vegas I, Inc.

OPINION

In this appeal, we must determine if a mechanic’s lien may be used to recover delay and disruption damages when a contract exists between the parties. California Commercial Enterprises (Commercial), a framing and dry wall subcontractor, contracted with R.D. Olson to perform work for a development owned by Amedeo Vegas I, Inc. (Amedeo). After Commercial finished its work, which was allegedly delayed for sixteen months by Amedeo, it recorded a mechanic’s lien under NRS 108.222 for $515,927.92. The lien reflected the amount remaining on the contract price, as well as alleged delay and…