Root v. Kakadelis

The plaintiffs entered into a building contract with the named defendant, herein referred to as the defendant, to construct a dwelling *285house. In this action the plaintiffs sought to recover damages for alleged unskilful and unworkmanlike work in and about the dwelling and resultant damage to personal property. The plaintiffs also claimed that the real estate had been encumbered by two mechanics’ liens. The defendant answered by a general denial and a counterclaim for an alleged balance due. Judgment was rendered for the plaintiffs, both on the complaint and on the counterclaim, against the…