Contractor License Practice Exam

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Can a person bring a claim against the Guaranty Fund in a contract he has with the employer of his son?

Yes, it's allowed under certain conditions
No, it's not allowed
Yes, if it's a family business
No, but he can represent his son

The correct answer is: No, it's not allowed

In assessing whether a person can bring a claim against the Guaranty Fund related to a contract with the employer of his son, the correct understanding lies in the relationship and legal standing required to make such a claim. Bringing a claim typically requires a direct interest in the contract at hand or the ability to demonstrate damage as a result of the contract's execution. In this scenario, the individual does not have a contractual relationship with the Guaranty Fund or the employer in question—this disqualifies the claim based solely on familial ties. The Guaranty Fund is designed to protect individuals directly harmed by actions of licensed contractors, not indirect relationships. Therefore, claims must come from parties who have a direct contractual stake in the matter, which this individual does not possess simply by virtue of having a son employed by the party in question. Other options suggest potential conditions under which claims could be made, but they do not accurately reflect the binding legal standards regarding representation or direct claim filing in this context. The lack of any established legal grounds for the person to claim against the Guaranty Fund is what firmly supports the assertion that it is not allowed.