An owner must be sure that the subcontractors are paid by the general contractor by demanding and receiving proof of payment, or the subcontractor will be entitled to payment from the owner based on a mechanics lien against the property. (See: contract, independent contractor, subcontractor) contractor
The terms grand niece and great niece mean the same thing, the granddaughter of your brother or sister. Some regions, and some people, prefer one term and some prefer the othe â¦ r, but both are correct and understandable terms.
Dutch uncle. a man who gives frank and direct advice to someone. (In the way an uncle might, but not a real relative.) I would not have to lecture you like a Dutch uncle if you were not so extravagant. He acts more like a Dutch uncle than a husband. He's forever telling her what to do in public. See also: Dutch, uncle.