Lawrence Construction Co. v. Holmquist

STEWART, Justice:

This action was commenced January 24, 1980, by a general contractor to foreclose its mechanic’s lien on a construction project. Subcontractor National Mechanical Company, Inc., defendant and cross-claimant below and respondent on this appeal, sought to enforce a settlement agreement entered into with appellants (hereafter Holmquists) to settle certain claims arising out of the construction contract. The trial court, finding a valid settlement agreement, held in favor of National Mechanical. On this appeal, Holmquists seek a reversal on the ground that the settlement agreement…