Learn from the expert about how to ensure you too will get paid on federal projects. Every time. With over 30 years of experience, Hal Emalfarb, founder and General Counsel at National Lien and Bond, knows how to ensure you … Read More
3 Reasons State and Federal Prompt Payment Acts Are Vital for Your Construction Business
The federal Prompt Payment Act affects anyone in the construction industry working on government projects, from general contractors, to subcontractors at all levels, to the materials suppliers. Most states have similar versions of the act that apply to public and … Read More
Filing a Lien After Bankruptcy: Remedies That Protect Suppliers and Subcontractors
You finished a job on Tuesday, great. On Wednesday the property owner filed for bankruptcy, not so great. On Thursday you throw the file in the trash, you are never getting paid on this job. Or are you? Even if … Read More
Do Mechanics Lien Provide Bankruptcy Protection?
The short answer is: Yes, mechanics liens are enforceable in a bankruptcy and can provide bankruptcy protection. If you filed in the past, you may have learned in many cases your lien may even prime the GC, Owner and Construction … Read More
Drafting a Strong Subcontractor Agreement- The Key Formula to Get You Paid
Want to learn more about the power of a strong legal contract? Want to know how you too can draft a strong subcontractor agreement? Hal Emalfarb, founder and General Counsel at National Lien and Bond, came up with his winning … Read More
Is My Job Bonded? Payment Bond Claims on Federal, State and Commercial Projects
Did you know that in addition to state and federal jobs, most large commercial jobs have payment bond protection? In many cases enforcing payment bond claims is more effective than pursuing lien rights. You typically will want to enforce both … Read More
Subcontractor Rights on Public Construction Contracts (Federal Projects)
A “Public Contract” is a project for a government or governmental entity. This could be a part of the Federal or national government, like a job with the Army Corps of Engineers, the Department of Defense or the Department of … Read More
Do Prompt Pay Laws Protect Every Job?
There is a constant push and pull between contractors and property owners- contractors need to get paid quickly, to pay their staff, pay off credit for items purchased for the job, and to get ready for the next job- but … Read More
Notice of Intent- When and Where are they Required?
Often confused with the Preliminary Notice, the Notice of Intent to Lien is a crucial step in filing a mechanics lien if your project is located in one of the states where it is required. Similar to a warning letter … Read More
Is a Notice of Lien Required in Your State?
This blog is for educational purposes only and not intended for legal advice. Preliminary notices, or notice of lien, are sent near the time that one begins work on a project, in order to notify the prime contractor, property owners, … Read More