Given how powerful mechanics liens are when collecting for nonpayment, many states offer avenues of protection for property owners to respond to these claims. These avenues include the ability to...
Although controversial at best, retainage is something that contractors and vendors need to prepare themselves for when accepting a new project. Florida’s retainage laws only regulates the practice on public...
On a construction project, progress payments are typically only made in exchange for a lien waiver. And unless claims for change orders are specifically reserved, a contractor may find themselves...
Wyoming House Bill 0052 went into effect on July 1, 2020, amending certain requirements for public works projects. The bill was signed into law by Governor Mark Gordon back in...
Performing work as an unlicensed contractor in Tennessee is risky, since most nonpayment claims by unlicensed contractors are barred under state law. However, a Court of Appeals recently declared that...
Properly securing, perfecting, and enforcing mechanics lien rights can be a complicated and daunting task, specifically when it comes to deadlines. Not only are lien laws strictly enforced, but because...
Since the money is coming from the property owner, it’s assumed that they can have ultimate control over a construction project — but that’s not necessarily the case. It’s not...
Foreclosing a mechanics lien claim is the last, and often unnecessary step in the mechanics lien process. But when push comes to shove, it may be time to get the...
Complying with notice requirements is essential to maintaining your rights to payment on a construction project. This is true not only for mechanics lien and payment bond rights, but also...
Performing construction work without a license is always a dangerous proposition. Contractor licensing requirements in Alabama are particularly strict. A subcontractor needs the proper licenses for protection under Alabama’s mechanics...