Most states have enacted their own version of the Federal Miller Act (so-called Little Miller Acts) to protect the payments of subcontractors on public projects. However, in order to properly perfect such...
Payment in the construction industry is notoriously slow. This is why most states have enacted prompt payment laws to protect contractors by providing statutory deadlines for payment and interest penalties...
Preliminary notices are a crucial step for contractors to secure their lien rights. They are meant to protect property owners from “surprise liens” by informing them who is on the...
Making a proper claim against a payment bond on a public works project typically requires strict adherence to the statutory requirements. Particularly when it comes to serving a notice of...
Retainage is a highly debated topic in the construction industry, mainly due to the potential abuse of the system — particularly when the amount withheld is not regulated by state...
On April 30, 2021, the Governor of Iowa officially signed House File 561 into law — amending certain sections of the Iowa mechanics lien laws. These changes specifically deal with...
Generally, most parties who provide labor and/or materials to a construction project are entitled to lien rights. However, the classes of protected parties are limited in a majority of states...
Almost a year ago to date, Virginia passed a new law making general contractors on certain types of projects potentially liable for wage payment violations of their subcontractors. But the...
The execution and exchange of lien waivers is an essential element of the construction payment process. However, these documents are frequently overlooked and not given the proper attention they deserve....
Specificity in a construction contract is crucial to the project’s success, particularly when it comes to detailing the scope of work. Any ambiguities in the scope of work can lead...