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Summary Dismissal of a Mechanic’s Lien Based on a Facial Defect

Summary dismissal of a mechanic’s lien is a tricky business.  It is fundamental that a mechanic’s lien may be summarily discharged only for defects appearing on its face.  Di-Com Corp. v. Active Fire Sprinkler Corp., 36 A.D.2d 20, 21, 318 N.Y.S.2d 249, 250 (1st Dept. 1971).  In fact, Section 19(6)…

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