Protect What You’re Owed in Turbulent Times
At Emalfarb Law LLC and National Lien & Bond, we are passionate about helping our construction industry clients get paid for their work or the
Three Important Steps That Can Help You Get Paid
While there is no way to absolutely guarantee that you’ll get paid for every construction job you have, whether as a sub-contractor or as a
Teamwork Can Increase Your Chances of Getting Paid
When you’re a sub-contractor, sub-sub-contractor, or material supplier to a sub on a construction project, it can sometimes be challenging to ensure you get paid
How to Enforce Miller Act Claims in North Carolina
North Carolina has a “Little Miller Act” version of the federal Miller Act. It requires public construction projects to have both payment and performance bonds
Enforcing Little Miller Act Claims in New Jersey
Quick AnswerNew Jersey’s Little Miller Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:44-143 to 2A:44-147) protects unpaid contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers on New Jersey public works projects by requiring the
How to Enforce Miller Act Claims in Georgia
Georgia’s “Little Miller Act” is the state’s version of the federal Miller Act. The law mandates payment bonds on public construction projects with an estimated
How to Enforce Miller Act Claims in California
Quick AnswerEnforcing federal Miller Act bond claims in California follows the federal statute (40 U.S.C. §§ 3131-3134) regardless of state location. Sub-tier claimants must serve
Getting Paid Even When You Can’t File a Lien
One of the most frustrating situations you encounter as a contractor or supplier is when the contracted work is complete, or the requested materials have
Using UCC Filings to Secure Contract Payments
UCC Article 9 financing statements are regularly used by companies that sell products to end users or resellers to help secure payments when credit terms
Using a Lien Compliance Program to Help Make Sure You Get Paid
As a subcontractor or supplier on a construction project, you put yourself at risk every time you do work or supply materials before getting paid;
Perfecting Your Construction Lien Using a Compliance Program
If you’re a contractor or supplier who’s gotten stiffed (that’s not a legal term, but we all know what it means and how it feels)
The Negotiation Equation – Your Key to Payment
As a subcontractor or supplier on a construction project, you may feel like you are fighting a losing battle when you have a payment dispute