LaCentra v. Jackson

This is a bill in equity to enforce a mechanic’s lien under the provisions of St. 1915, c. 292, as amended (now G. L. c. 254). A supplemental bill has also been filed by which the plaintiff seeks to satisfy his lien out of the surplus arising from the foreclosure sale under a prior mortgage on the premises. A judge of the Superior Court made certain findings and reported the case to this court.

The trial judge found the following facts: The plaintiff and the defendant Jackson (the owner of the premises) entered into a contract in writing for furnishing materials and performing and furnishing…