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Mechanics Lien and Bond Claims Best Practices

Best Practices Construction Law

He is the founder of Zlien.com , a national mechanics lien filing and compliance management service. Scott writes the Construction Lien Blog , which analyzes construction lien laws and regulations across the nation. Understand What Type of “Lien” Is Available. I hope you enjoy. + + + + + + + + + + + +.

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Seven Things to Do When an Owner Doesn’t Pay

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I also know that the school district won’t dissolve all of a sudden or declare bankruptcy. File a Mechanic’s Lien (if you can). In Pennsylvania, the law states that you cannot file a lien on a purely public entity. Also, there is a timeline to file a mechanic’s lien.

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US Slavery Museum: A Primer on How Not to Develop a Project

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The city filed a lien against the land for $300,000 of unpaid back taxes. Pei filed a lien on the land for the full fee amount. The Museum filed for bankruptcy, then rescinded their request. As an aside, does anyone besides my son recognize that last reference? So what’s happening now?

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constructionattorneyblog: Waivers of liens: fraud

Construction Lawyer

All references to "Sabo & Zahn" refer to Sabo & Zahn LLC. 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. mechanics liens.

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constructionattorneyblog: New York court holds that contractor.

Construction Lawyer

All references to "Sabo & Zahn" refer to Sabo & Zahn LLC. New York court holds that contractor installing cogeneration system not entitled to a mechanics lien. A New York court has held that a subcontractor who furnished labor and materials for a cogeneration system was not entitled to a mechanics lien. mechanics liens.

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Seventh Circuit examines "pay-if-paid" provision

Construction Lawyer

All references to "Sabo & Zahn" refer to Sabo & Zahn LLC. Fidelity had issued a payment bond, but Fidelity refused to pay after the owner declared bankruptcy, and BMD sued Fidelity. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Seventh Circuit examines "pay-if-paid" provision : Recent Posts. mechanics liens.

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

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We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to. If you start growing without proper financial management, you will quickly find your company out of cash and in bankruptcy court. You’ll need a name for your business entity and a business structure — often a sole proprietorship or limited liability company (LLC).