Escrow & Title
A mechanic's lien arises when:
AA lender places a mortgage on a property
BA contractor, subcontractor, or supplier who worked on or provided materials to the property is not paid✓ Correct
CThe government assesses taxes against the property
DA court orders a lien for an unpaid judgment
Explanation
A mechanic's lien (or materialman's lien) is a legal claim against real property by contractors, subcontractors, laborers, or suppliers who improved the property but were not paid for their work or materials. Alabama has specific rules governing the filing deadline for mechanic's liens.
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