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Lien Deadlines and First Furnishing, Last Furnishing, and Completion

Typically, the first furnishing date will dictate the deadline for the Notice, whereas the last furnishing date will dictate the Mechanics Lien/Bond Claim and Suit.
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What a Difference a Name Makes: Omission of “Inc.” Left Security Interest Unperfected

The proper spelling of a debtor’s name on a UCC filing is one of the most fervently litigated UCC issues. Sometimes the mistakes are costly
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Oklahoma Case: Lack of Preliminary Notice Leads to Invalidated Mechanics Lien

This case illustrates how a simple mistake, due to confusing language in statute, can lead to losing your mechanic's lien rights.
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Collateral Description in UCC Filings: a Case from Tennessee

A key issue was whether the language describing specific heavy machinery and “all proceeds thereof” was sufficient to include the debtor’s accounts and A/R.
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Notice to Commence Suit and Summons & Complaint

The Summons and Complaint is a legal action which requires all lien claimants to join in the foreclosure action within a specific time frame.
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The Importance of Monitoring Debtor Name Changes under UCC Section 9-507(c)

Did your customer's name change? You have 4 months to amend the UCC filing to maintain compliance under UCC Section 9-507(c).
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The Importance of Proper Service of the Preliminary Notice

Missing this step could render your mechanic’s lien or bond claim unenforceable: proper service of the preliminary notice.
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You Schwinn Some, You Lose Some: File a UCC, Even if It is Temporarily Secured by Possession

A case involving Schwinn Cycling and Fitness, Inc.*, is a great example of why you should file a UCC even if your security interest is temporarily secured by possession.
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Filing a Bankruptcy Proof of Claim as a Secured Creditor

The Proof of Claim is filed by creditors, in order to notify the bankruptcy court there is money owed to them by the debtor.
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Missing Information in Preliminary Notice Invalidates Lien

Don't lose your lien rights for failing to meet the statutory requirements. Learn how one material supplier's mistake cost over $100K.