Kaufmann v. Krahling

CLEMENS, Judge.

Defendants John and Rose Krahling appeal from a monetary judgment against them and a lien impressed upon their property. We hold the husband alone contracted with plaintiff, whose claim against the defendants’ estate by the entirety is not lienable.

Plaintiff Eugene Kaufmann sued for $4,401.17 and a mechanic’s lien. He pleaded (1) he had relied upon his right to a lien in remodeling Mr. and Mrs. Krahling’s home; (2) defendants owed him $4,401.17 which they refused to pay; (3) the property was subject to a Deed of Trust executed by both defendants; (4) plaintiff had filed a “true…