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What is a ‘Mechanic’s Lien’: Understanding Your Rights and Obligations

Building Radar

A mechanic’s lien is a legal claim against a property for unpaid work or materials provided during construction or renovation. Understanding how mechanic’s liens work, including your rights and obligations, is crucial for anyone involved in construction projects, whether you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or property owner.

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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. There is not a universal definition of “substantial completion,” and some contracts define it in vague terms that leave a lot of interpretation. Mechanics lien laws have specific deadlines that contractors must follow.

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The Ultimate Construction Glossary for 2024: Essential Terms and Definitions

Building Radar

A lump sum contract is a fixed-price agreement in which the contractor agrees to complete the project for a set price, regardless of actual costs. A unit price contract is an agreement where the contractor is paid for the actual quantities of work performed, rather than a lump sum. What is a ‘Mechanic’s Lien’?

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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#113:  Waiving the Right to Arbitrate

NH Construction Law

A unanimous Supreme Court has now said no, and in the process has debunked the common assumption that arbitration agreements are specially favored in federal court – the so-called “presumption of arbitrability.” Demers Nursing Home, Inc. Time Share Corp. ,

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

Construction Law Monitor

Athletic Field construction lien case. House Bill 1559 (Limiting indemnification agreements involving design professionals). Kathy Haigh, (D-Shelton) (D) on January 25, 2011, modifies current law to limit indemnification agreements involving design professionals. Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Sen.