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Condominium Act Meets Construction Act in Ontario
Let’s continue our Ontario conversation today with a quick review of the intersection of Ontario’s Condominium Act and its Construction Act.
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“Pay-If-Paid” Leaves Subcontractor High and Dry
In Alabama, a subcontractor can't recover its claim from the GC's surety if the subcontract contains a contingent payment clause (pay IF paid).
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Digital Assets a General Intangible under Wyoming’s UCC
Wyoming is the first state to clarify the treatment of digital assets (bitcoin) under the Uniform Commercial Code.
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Washington Liens: When Frivolous is Better Than Absent!
How does a late, excessive, inaccurate lien get reinstated? Well, it’s a story worth sharing! (Spoiler: because it's not a frivolous lien!)
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Not-So-Peachy Mechanic’s Lien for One New York Landlord
According to a recent decision, enforcing a mechanic’s lien on leased property in New York does not require consent of the landlord.
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Retainage, Payment Bonds, and Private Projects in Texas
Did you know, if you are furnishing to a private project in Texas, you may secure mechanic's lien AND bond claim rights?
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Back to Basics: Two Primary Types of UCC Filings
Let’s review two basic types of secured transactions - Blanket and Purchase Money Security Interest (PMSI) - and the benefits of each.
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Close Call with Terminated UCC Filing
In a recent bankruptcy case, one creditor squeaked by and maintained its secured position despite accidentally terminating its UCC filing.
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Maine Mechanic’s Lien & Bond Claim Rights
Here's everything you should know about securing mechanic's lien and bond claim rights in the most northeastern state, Maine.
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P3s Created by Contract, Not Statute
Generally, a Public Private Partnerships (P3s) is an agreement between a private entity & public entity for the construction of a project.
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Top 5 Reasons You Should File UCCs
If reducing your DSO, mitigating your risk & improving working capital aren’t reason enough to file UCCs, here's a few more reasons.
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Is it a Bird? Is it a Rule? It’s a Cardinal Change Order!
Change orders are common. What’s the difference between a change order and a cardinal change order? Read on to find out.