A recent case decided by the Georgia Court of Appeals had a devastating impact on contractors’ rights to recover from non-payment. Given the severity of this decision, a bill was...
As we’ve noted numerous times before, a mechanics lien is a powerful tool to protect contractors from non-payment. And most contractors who use the mechanics lien process get paid well before...
Retainage: Love it or hate it, it’s part of the construction industry. Most contracts provide for some sort of retainage to be withheld. Given the inherent risk of abuse with...
In the construction industry, keeping a close eye on your lien and bond claim deadlines is critical to secure your right to payment. Missing these deadlines could be the difference...
New York City recently approved the design-build method of project delivery for New York City public construction projects. This is good news for contractors and New Yorkers alike, as there’s...
Arbitration clauses are a useful tool to resolve disputes without having to resort to litigation. Contractors and owners alike should be aware of these clauses to ensure they know how...
A new bill has been introduced in the Colorado legislature this month under the name SB 20-138. This bill will potentially amend the current statute of repose for claim regarding construction...
Alabama mechanics liens are granted priority over all other encumbrances on the property that pop up after the commencement of work. However, this isn’t always that clear-cut. The Alabama Supreme...
Mechanics liens are statutory rights. That means there are notice rules, deadlines, and requirements to exercise these rights. Plenty of contractors and subs have lost their lien rights over simple...
Late payment is a serious problem in the construction industry. This is true no matter what country you’re working in. Recently, the UK has been focused on cracking down on...