Barlow v. Molloy

Leonard and Allison Barlow petition for a writ of mandamus or, in the alternative, certiorari. The mandamus petition requests that we require the trial court to discharge an amended claim of a mechanics lien filed by the general contractor, Robert Molloy, who was engaged to construct a residence for them. The certiora-ri petition asks us to review that order. We deny both requests.

When a dispute arose during construction of the Barlows’ residence, Molloy ceased construction and filed a claim of lien pursuant to section 713.08, Florida Statutes (1999). The Barlows responded by filing a…