Subcontractor Back in Court as Spelling Lawsuit Defendant

A Superior Court judge Monday reinstated a subcontractor who did work on TV and film producer Aaron Spelling’s mega-mansion in Holmby Hills as a defendant in Spelling’s lawsuit alleging bad workmanship on the house.

Steg Manufacturing had been dismissed in March from the suit brought by Spelling against the general contractor, R.W. LaMar Construction. But the judge granted the plaintiff’s motion for reconsideration Monday and allowed the suit to proceed against Steg.

Spelling and his wife, Candy, have contended that bad workmanship led to a leaky roof and other defects. The general contractor and the subcontractor have contended that they followed the designer’s specifications.

“We put forward strong evidence that what Steg built was required by the plans,” said attorney Stephen Henning, whose client made and installed the structural steel in the 56,000-square-foot home. “We are confident that when the jury hears the evidence, my client will prevail.”