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
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
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
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
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
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
September Lien Law Update: Judge Denies Watchdog Group Bid to Stop Construction
Judge denies watchdog group bid to stop construction of Rockwool factory in West Virginia: A motion to stop the construction of a 24-hour factory on
When to Sign a Lien Waiver and Why
As part of the process of getting paid for construction work you’ve performed, you often have to execute a lien waiver and release. These documents
Why (and Where) Construction Bonds are Required for Public Projects
Construction contractors are well familiar with their state’s mechanics lien laws, but if they’ve never worked on a public works project, then the construction bond
Monthly Lien Law Update: Stadium Liens in Florida | Pipeline Construction Delayed by Legal Challenges
Every month we gather the most pressing developments in construction and lien law nationwide, so that you can stay informed and on top of any
What is a Notice of Commencement?
What is a Notice of Commencement? A Notice of Commencement is a document that formally sets the beginning date of a project, or the date
Lien Law Review For the Top 6 Construction Boom States
In today’s economy, we’re seeing the construction industry booming across the country. From building new houses to renovating old ones, growing businesses needing new commercial