Some states require that an expired lien be removed, and others claim the lien is automatically dissolved. But on the whole, expired and unenforceable lien claims just sit in the property...
After two years and plenty of speculation, a $50M lien against Intel's world-leading D1X facility in Oregon has been dropped. Much of the construction of D1X has been shrouded in...
Calculating deadlines may seem easy with explicit deadlines, but knowing when the clock starts and stops on these time frames can be confusing. A recent case from Canada showed how...
In a recent decision, a court determined that the deadline for New York public improvement liens might be controlled by the contract. The court allowed a claimant to refile a...
Update: Louisiana’s lien and notice laws changed on January 1, 2020, so some information in this post might be outdated. You can learn what changed and what rules apply...
Procedural requirements regularly put mechanics liens in jeopardy. Specifically, missed deadlines often lead to dead liens. Because courts strictly adhere to statutory requirements, it is important to understand exactly what...
As we have discussed before, knowing your deadline to file a mechanics lien requires knowing when the clock starts. This date is often referred to as the substantial completion date or project...
Texas is infamous for having what may be the most confusing, jumbled set of lien laws in the nation. As it stands, the state’s notice requirements are a mess, yet remain toughest...
Because liens cannot be placed on public property, the Miller Act was passed to provide recourse for subcontractors and suppliers working on federal projects. Miller Act claims have a strict...
No matter where you are, it is imperative to be aware of deadlines regarding your lien and bond claims. In Florida, it has become apparent that courts will not show leniency...