Bruns v. Capstick

This is an action to enforce a mechanics’ lien by the contractor against the owners of the property. The claim sued for amounted in the aggregate to $1,814.57, of which amount $1,225 was claimed to be due by the terms of an express contract, and $626 for extra work, the aggregate being subject to a credit of $26.43. The petition contains biit one count, including both the express contract and the extra work, but the petition was not challenged on that account. The answer, which purports to be filed by both defendants, contains a general denial, and a counterclaim for damages caused to the…