Under Alabama lien law, within how many days must a subcontractor file a lien claim after the last day of work?
Correct Answer
B) 120 days
Alabama lien law requires subcontractors to file lien claims within 120 days after the last day of work performed.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Alabama lien law sets a 120-day deadline from the last day of work performed for subcontractors to file a mechanic's lien. This is the controlling period for subcontractors (distinct from the supplier deadline tied to substantial completion).
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 180 days
180 days is not a standard Alabama lien filing period. This may be confused with other states or with warranty periods. Alabama's deadline is shorter to encourage timely resolution of payment disputes.
Option C: 90 days
90 days is the deadline for material suppliers measured from substantial completion — not the subcontractor deadline from last day of work. Confusing these two timelines is a very common exam error.
Option D: 60 days
60 days is too short and does not correspond to any Alabama lien filing deadline. It may be confused with preliminary notice requirements in other states.
Memory Technique
Sub = 120. Supplier = 90. Remember: subcontractors do MORE work on site, so they get MORE days (120). Suppliers just drop off materials, so they get FEWER days (90). Also: 120 days = 4 months, a full season to file.
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