Murphy v. Droessler

Mark and Jean Murphy appeal from an order dismissing their action to obtain clear title on their newly constructed residence. The trial court granted the counterclaims of Paul Droessler, d/b/a Stoughton Masonry (Droessler), and Conco Concrete Construction, Inc. (Conco) for foreclosure of their construction liens on the property. The issue is whether Droessler and Conco properly served construction lien notices pursuant to § 779.02(2)(b), Stats. We conclude the notices did not meet the statutory requirements because they were not served on the Murphys by registered or certified mail, return…