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If a party within the ladder of supply files for bankruptcy, ensure your mechanic’s lien filing is not in violation of the bankruptcy code.

Settlement agreements are common. You must carefully review the agreement or you may end up with invalid liens, like this subcontractor.

Checks are monetary agreements and should be treated with care. If you receive payment, and there are conditions or terms within the payment, seek legal guidance.

In a fight for priority, a creditor claimed it had valid security. Unfortunately, the creditor did not list the debtor’s name correctly on the UCC.

Bookmark this post; here’s everything you should know about securing bond claim and stop notice rights on public projects in California!

Registering a builders’ lien in Alberta? Correctly identify and notify all parties within the ladder of supply, and ensure the form is completed in its entirety.

Filing a UCC on an individual? It is critical that you comply with Article § 9-503(a): The Financing Statement must list the debtor’s name as it appears on the debtor’s unexpired driver’s license.

Strict compliance with Article 9 is imperative. Article 9-503(1) clearly states the debtor’s name must be identified as it appears on the public organic record.

Furnishing to a construction project in Minnesota? Here's what you should know about the preliminary notice and mechanic's lien rights.

Is pay-if-paid enforceable in Kentucky? According to one recent Supreme Court decision, yes. Learn more when you ready this post.

What happens if a payment bond is substituted for the mechanic's lien? According to one recent court opinion, lien deadlines still apply.

Using an online form to secure your mechanic's lien rights? Be careful! And make sure the documents meet statutory format & content requirements.