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September 16, 2019
Do you know there are 19 states that require a preliminary notice be served to protect bond claim or public improvement lien rights? A common misconception is that preliminary notices …
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August 26, 2019
In light of the recent passage of Illinois HB2722, today’s post is all about Illinois! HB2722 adds protection under the payment bond for those who provide rental equipment to public …
August 19, 2019
Generally, the first step in the mechanicʼs lien process is to serve preliminary notices to various parties within the ladder of supply. It’s important to note that a preliminary notice …
June 10, 2019
Lien waivers are one of the most popular documents within construction credit. We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 lien waiver questions. A lien waiver is a signed document …
May 24, 2019
We are often asked, “Do I have to serve an amended notice if my contract amount increases?” and, “If so, how much does my contract have to increase to warrant …
May 13, 2019
Ahh, payment bonds and bond claims; a payment security often available for those furnishing to public and federal projects and even the occasional private construction projects. Before you can exercise …
April 29, 2019
Furnishing to a construction project in the Sooner State? Today’s quick read post is just for you! In this post we’ll review the steps needed to secure mechanic’s lien and …
April 22, 2019
An Alabama Court of Appeals has upheld a trial court’s decision: a subcontractor cannot recover its claim from the general contractor’s surety if the subcontract contains a contingent payment clause …
March 18, 2019
Maine, the most northeastern state in the U.S., famous for lobsters, very chilly winters, and the backdrop for many of the terrifying novels by Stephen King. What’s scarier than a …
March 4, 2019
Starbucks, Jimi Hendrix, Bing Crosby, Mt. Rainier, Boeing and Microsoft come from the great state of Washington, the only state named after a president. The intense clean-up efforts of the …
March 1, 2019
At the end of 2018, Michigan amended a portion of its Construction Lien Act regarding mechanic’s lien rights & procedures for design professionals. This amendment specifically addresses what a design …
February 25, 2019
It’s the home of the Grand Ole Opry, Music Row, Graceland, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Belmont Mansion and even Justin Timberlake! It’s Tennessee. Securing mechanic’s lien rights on …
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