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constructionattorneyblog: Waivers of liens: fraud

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Waivers of liens: fraud. The Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois recently ruled that a contractor who falsified waivers of lien engaged in fraudulent conduct and his debt to the bank was non-dischargeable.

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constructionattorneyblog: New York court holds that contractor.

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. New York court holds that contractor installing cogeneration system not entitled to a mechanics lien.   Chapeau filed bankruptcy.  Later, Trystate commenced a mechanics lien action, seeking to be paid its claims.

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Seventh Circuit examines "pay-if-paid" provision

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Fidelity had issued a payment bond, but Fidelity refused to pay after the owner declared bankruptcy, and BMD sued Fidelity. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. mechanics liens.

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How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth

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If you start growing without proper financial management, you will quickly find your company out of cash and in bankruptcy court. Document the policies and procedures for everything you do. Listen to leadership podcasts , read leadership books , and take leadership classes with the intent to never stop growing as a leader.

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How to Start a Roofing Business: 9 Tips to Grow & Thrive

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If you start growing without proper financial management, you will quickly find your company out of cash and in bankruptcy court. As you open your doors and take on new customers, document your policies and standard operating procedures,” says Kyle Shirley. “It It doesn’t have to be pretty, but you need to write it down.

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How to Start a Painting Business: 9 Keys to Growth & Success

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If you start growing without proper financial management, you will quickly find your company out of cash and in bankruptcy court. In the end, your business is a collection of many different processes—from simple phone greetings to deciding whether to file a mechanics lien for non-payment. Never stop learning.

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How to Start a Plumbing Business: 9 Tips for Growth

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If you start growing without proper financial management, you will quickly find your company out of cash and in bankruptcy court. In the end, your business is a collection of many different processes — from simple phone greetings to deciding whether to file a mechanics lien for non-payment. Never stop learning.