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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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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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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.

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New York Home Improvement Contracts: What Residential Contractors Need to Include

Levelset

Let’s start with some basic definitions under NY Gen. This definition also covers a few other types of contracts. Any mechanics lien filed against your property may be discharged. Payment of the agreed-upon price under the home improvement contract prior to filing a mechanic’s lien may invalidate such lien.

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Statute of Limitations - construction v. contract

Construction Lawyer

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. " The court held that the homeowners did not fit within this definition and the normal ten year contract statute of limitations applied. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY.

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How to Get Paid on Texas Public Projects

Levelset

Even though public works construction often serves as a source of major benefit for contractors, these projects definitely aren’t exempt from the payment challenges that contractors often see on private projects. Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise. Texas bond claim law.

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