Among the many changes under HB 203, removing Louisiana mechanics liens that are improperly affecting the property title became much easier. Most changes under HB 203 aren't effective until January...
First things first: there is no such thing as a mechanics lien that remains valid indefinitely. This means that mechanics liens expire according to a specific, set timetable in every...
Every state has strict regulations about how a construction lien may be filed (Here’s Washington’s Mechanics Lien Rules). Oftentimes, however, the cancellation of a construction lien (also called a Lien...
Lien waivers and lien releases are completely different documents (even though they are often confused by the construction industry). Read this post to learn when and how to use each...
Filing a mechanics lien is the best tool for subcontractors and suppliers to ensure payment and to recover unpaid sums. So why would a creditor release a lien? Typically liens...
A lien release is generally filed after payment has been received, or if the lien has expired, or if the lien is invalid for some other reason. Generally, when a...
This article examines how to release a Texas mechanics lien, whether you filed the lien yourself, or want to remove someone else's Texas mechanics lien.
Mechanics liens can be cancelled or released by the claimant. The release is important to consider once payment has been received, as a tool to mitigate rough business relations with...
One question that many people have regarding mechanics’ liens is what to do if they receive only a partial payment. As always with mechanics’ liens, the answer can vary. It...
Short Answer: You need to file a mechanics lien cancellation or mechanics lien release with the county or office where the lien was recorded. Lien release documents must identify the...