When enforcing a bonded off Massachusetts mechanics lien, a claimant won't be required to record their complaint in the registry of deeds. When a lien is enforced, or when there's...
Recently, a Massachusetts court found that computer technicians on job sites may be entitled to prevailing wages. The technician aided in the installation of HVAC systems.
Poor communication and a lack of transparency are two of the leading reasons for the construction industry's payment problem. This potential amendment Massachusetts lien law would address both.
It’s beginning to feel like the widespread legalization of marijuana is inevitable. While marijuana is still an illegal substance under federal law, several states have decided to legalize cannabis. Effectively,...
In Massachusetts, like almost every state, a bond claimant on a public works project must notify a general contractor by certified mail of the bond claim. This notice is mandated...
“They told me to do it.” “It’s not my fault.” Things we have all said at least once in our lives. Unfortunately, statements like this carry little-to-no weight in a...
Design professionals (particularly architects) are given a lot of responsibility on work projects. Sometimes, design professionals’ control over work projects can even supersede that of the property owner. This extra...
We here at levelset like to keep our readers current on lien law trends and where the courts are headed. I read through a number of cases on a regular basis,...
Massachusetts’ statutes explicitly render void and unenforceable contractual clauses where a party waives its right to file a mechanics lien. ALM GL ch. 254, § 32. The state’s courts, however,...
In most states, subcontractors or suppliers can file a mechanics lien at anytime before the statutory deadline and the lien will be completely effective for the full value of the...