Brimwood Homes, Inc. v. Knudsen Builders Supply Co.

CALLISTER, Justice.

This is an action involving the validity of mechanics’ liens. Plaintiff, Brimwood Homes, Inc., brought suit against defendant, Knudsen Builders Supply Co., seeking the *420penalty provided by statute1 for the alleged failure of the defendant to release certain liens which plaintiff contended were invalid. The cross-defendants are purchasers of homes from plaintiff and seek the same relief. Plaintiff and cross-defendants also asked for attorney fees as provided by statute.2

Defendant counterclaimed, asking to recover the reasonable value of materials furnished to plaintiff for…