About Edward Olson
Edward M. Olson is a construction attorney who works in Rochester, MI. Edward has 36 years of experience and is licensed to practice in Michigan. Edward
attended Wayne State University Law School graduating in 1985. He currently works at Olson Law Firm in the greater Detroit area.
attended Wayne State University Law School graduating in 1985. He currently works at Olson Law Firm in the greater Detroit area.
Edward Olson's Recent Answers
Apr 18, 2022
From an Anonymous Contractor
Michigan
Edward OlsonLegal Guard Lawyer
Lawyer at Olson Law FirmLegal Guard LawyerEvery state has rules that define "doing business" within the state. If you are doing business within the state, then you need to check that state's rules to see
whether you need to be licensed in that state. In Michigan, for example, if you are supposed to have a license, and don't have one, your customers have NO
OBLIGATION to pay you. Basically, you are considered to be operating an illegal business. So, following the rules of each state is important. I recoSee More...
whether you need to be licensed in that state. In Michigan, for example, if you are supposed to have a license, and don't have one, your customers have NO
OBLIGATION to pay you. Basically, you are considered to be operating an illegal business. So, following the rules of each state is important. I recoSee More...
Oct 4, 2021
From an Anonymous Contractor
MichiganEdward OlsonLegal Guard Lawyer
Lawyer at Olson Law FirmLegal Guard LawyerAs attorneys, we do not take the electrical contracytor's exams. So, we are not familiar with the contents. You should direct your question to other
contractors who have taken the exam.
contractors who have taken the exam.
Sep 1, 2021
From an Anonymous Contractor
MichiganEdward OlsonLegal Guard Lawyer
Lawyer at Olson Law FirmLegal Guard LawyerRules regarding advertising are a whole other set of regulations (and not covered here). The fact is that there is no license required to hire contractors. As
long as all of the work is done by properly licensed contractors, you do not have to have the license yourself. Remember that persons without required
licensing are not entitled to get paid. So, make sure that your customers know only licensed persons will be doing the work that requires a licenseSee More...
long as all of the work is done by properly licensed contractors, you do not have to have the license yourself. Remember that persons without required
licensing are not entitled to get paid. So, make sure that your customers know only licensed persons will be doing the work that requires a licenseSee More...
May 15, 2023
May 15, 2023
From an Anonymous Contractor
MichiganEdward OlsonLegal Guard Lawyer
Lawyer at Olson Law FirmLegal Guard LawyerYou cannot lien public property. You have a contract claim, against the general contractor, and a bond claim, against the bonding company. Hire an attorney
and pursue those claims.
and pursue those claims.
Mar 30, 2023
Mar 30, 2023
From an Anonymous Contractor
MichiganEdward OlsonLegal Guard Lawyer
Lawyer at Olson Law FirmLegal Guard LawyerThe Michigan Construction Lien Act allows a person or company who supplies materials for a "physical improvement" on real property to file a lien. You must
follow the rules in order to have a valid lien. Most importantly, the lien must be filed within 90 days of last providing materials or labor on the job site. If you
don't file on time, then you get no lien.
follow the rules in order to have a valid lien. Most importantly, the lien must be filed within 90 days of last providing materials or labor on the job site. If you
don't file on time, then you get no lien.
Details
Location
Detroit, MI
Years of Experience
40
Expertise Area
Business Law
Licenses
Michigan