Mechanics Lien news:

Because a supplier used a proper change order format, they were able to revive their Oregon mechanics lien from the dead.

The Louisiana mechanics lien rules were just amended. There were plenty of changes covering everything from prelims, to lien priority, and even deadlines.

Slow payment and nonpayment are more than just a headache in the construction industry. These issues push businesses to the brink. That's why construction businesses have mechanics liens in their...

If payment is made via salvageable materials instead of dollars, determining the amount of a New Jersey demolition project's lien fund can create headaches.

Connecticut general contractors should take note - when working on home improvement jobs, very specific (and very strict) requirements will apply. If not followed, a contractor could lose their right...

A Louisiana roofer went unpaid, so he took the roof back...then he was arrested. Leveraging mechanics lien rights would have been a much better option.

Unlicensed Florida contractors and subcontractors can't file mechanics liens when licensure is required. That may sounds like a raw deal, but it get's worse - their contracts will also be...

Recently, liens were filed against an Amazon project in New York. Mechanics liens against major projects or big brands rarely make it to foreclosure, but they remain an effective tool.

Due to payment disputes, a mechanics lien has been filed against Nike's headquarters expansion project. Other disputes are also at hand.

A recent case from the Kentucky Supreme Court shows that the Bluegrass State will uphold pay if paid clauses when they appear unambiguously in the contract.