
What is a Partial Waiver of Lien and How Can it Affect You?
When you sign a construction contract or when it’s time for you to get paid for your work, you probably also sign a lien waiver

7 Things to Consider When Filing a Lien
Regardless of where you live, if you work in the construction industry, at some point you’ll need to file a mechanics lien. When that happens,

10 Things to Consider When Filing a Mechanics Lien in Virginia
Like every state, Virginia has its own unique process for filing mechanics liens. If you’re working on a construction project in the beautiful state of

7 tips to Improve Standard Terms and Conditions for Construction Work
If you’re a contractor, laborer, or supplier in the construction industry, you probably have a contract you use for each project (and if not, you

How To Choose The Right Construction Lawyer
Something has happened. Maybe a client didn’t pay or your general contractor is having issues. Or maybe you filed your mechanics lien properly, but the

Does the Prompt Payment Act Get You Paid Faster?
If you’re a businessman working in the construction industry, you pay close attention to your accounts receivable. You’ve provided labor or materials for a project

Mechanics Lien + The Power Of Favorable Standard Terms And Conditions = Payment For The Sub And Supplier
A mechanics or construction lien is an entitlement to a hold on real property or project funds until an outstanding amount owing a contractor or

What is a Mechanics Lien on a House?
If you’re not familiar with mechanic’s liens, they are a legal claim that work or materials were provided to a house and that work is

What is a Joint Check Agreement?
If you work in construction, your goal is to be paid as quickly as possible for work performed. This is complicated enough if you’re the

How to File a Mechanics Lien in Texas
Texas has one of the largest economies in the country and the construction industry is booming as a result. Because of this boom, contractors regularly

2017’s Top Twelve Legal Tips for Contractors and Suppliers
By Hal Emalfarb, Esq General CounselNational Lien and Bond Claim Systems (“NLB”)www.mechanicslien.comThe Construction Industry’s Source for Legal News In 2017, The National Lien Reporter Blog

A Detailed Guide to Which States Require Preliminary Notices – National Lien & Bond
Preliminary notices are a legal documents filed by a subcontractor, a general contractor, or any other parties in a construction project to secure the right to