Washington State-based contractor Harris Pacific Northwest, LLC filed a Miller Act claim on April 20, 2021, alleging non-payment of $3.16 million stemming from its work as a subcontractor participating in...
Three entities that make up the Boom Boys Cranes limited liability company of Seattle, Washington have filed suit claiming $580,000 from Alaskan general contractor Hamilton Construction over debt incurred since...
Mechanics liens are an extraordinary and unique remedy for contractors to get paid what they’ve earned. Given how powerful this remedy is, there are strict notices and deadline requirements that...
Watershed Holdings, LLC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on February 3, 2021. The filing comes on the heels of dozens of lawsuits and liens filed against Watershed and its executive vice...
As of November of 2020, one of the Seattle area’s largest general contractors, JMS Construction, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy — while still owing at least two subcontractors from...
With more construction taking place at the massive Microsoft data center in Quincy, WA, at least seven contractors have already filed over $70 million in mechanics lien claims against the...
Terminating a contractor on a construction project is a drastic step. Most construction contracts, particularly public works contracts, will have provisions concerning the steps, notices, and the right to cure...
In the construction industry, keeping a close eye on your lien and bond claim deadlines is critical to secure your right to payment. Missing these deadlines could be the difference...
Legislators are constantly playing whack-a-mole as issues arise in construction payment systems. However, lawmakers are also creating long-term fixes. It may take a while to determine whether legislation is merely...
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,...