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Idaho Supreme Court: Lien Rights for the Sub and Engineer

The court was tasked with determining whether a supplier had to file multiple liens for materials provided to a mixed use, two phase project.
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RUG: Secured Transactions in Mexico

Mexico instituted amendments to their secured transaction law. These amendments better align Mexico’s secured transactions with UCC Article 9.
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Payment Bonds vs. Performance Bonds

A payment bond is a promise of payment and a performance bond is a promise of performance. Learn more when you read this post.
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The Importance of Filing Your PMSI Timely

Always file your PMSI at the time the security agreement is executed. The UCC has no impact on your customer’s credit or day to day operations.
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Demand Letters and UCC Filings

The demand letter is often overlooked as a collection tool for UCC filers, but it can be a cost effective alternative to the processes of repossession or litigation.
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Demand Letters and Mechanic’s Liens

Demand letters can expedite payment, allow you to maintain control of your collection process and save you money.
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Supplying Rental Equipment to a Construction Project

Are you furnishing rental equipment to a construction project? You may be entitled to mechanic's lien & bond claim rights. Learn more here!
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Two Questions to Ask Yourself before You Release a Mechanic’s Lien

Once you have made the decision to file a mechanic’s lien, the next decision you will need to make is when to release the mechanic’s lien.
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The Benefit of UCC Filings

A Security Interest or UCC filing elevates the status of your receivable and/or inventory/equipment to that of a secured creditor.
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Problems with Preliminary Notices

If the first step in securing your rights (serving a preliminary notice) isn’t a solid step, you may find yourself with an invalid mechanic’s lien and unpaid claim.
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Top 5 Mistakes in Security Agreements

In an earlier post we discussed drafting a security agreement, now let's review the common mistakes in security agreements.
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Utah’s State Construction Registry (aka SCR)

Since 2005, Utah has managed preliminary notices, notices of commencement and notices of completion via its State Construction Registry (SCR).