Greenleaf v. Beebe

Citations

• 80 Ill. 520

Syllabus

<p>1. Mabbied women—right to contract. A married woman has the legal right to bind herself for labor and materials furnished in the erection of buildings upon her separate property. On a contract for the erection of buildings upon her property with her knowledge, consent and approval, she and her property will be liable for the debt so incurred.</p> <p>3. Mechanic’s lien—'parties defendant. Where a petition to enforce a mechanic’s lien for labor and materials in the erection of a building upon real estate of a married woman, alleges that her husband has some interest in the premises, which is admitted by demurrer, he will be a necessary party for the purpose of cutting off his interest by the decree.</p> <p>8. Same—decree against husband, for wife's debt. Wliere labor is performed and materials furnished for a married woman in erecting a building upon her real estate, it is erroneous to render a personal decree against her husband for the payment of the debt, although it may appear he has some interest in the premises.</p>