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Seven Things to Do When an Owner Doesn’t Pay

Constructonomics

I also know that the school district won’t dissolve all of a sudden or declare bankruptcy. Sometimes there is a much simpler solution and getting bogged down with all the legal mumbo jumbo can cause you to lose site of other less expensive alternatives. File a Mechanic’s Lien (if you can).

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constructionattorneyblog: Waivers of liens: fraud

Construction Lawyer

You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. Waivers of liens: fraud. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Waivers of liens: fraud : Recent Posts. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. mechanics liens.

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constructionattorneyblog: New York court holds that contractor.

Construction Lawyer

You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. New York court holds that contractor installing cogeneration system not entitled to a mechanics lien.   Chapeau filed bankruptcy. April 30, 2012 in litigation , mechanics liens | Permalink.

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Seventh Circuit examines "pay-if-paid" provision

Construction Lawyer

You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. 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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#83:  The Impact of Bankruptcy on Perfecting a Mechanic's Lien

NH Construction Law

As discussed in an earlier blog (#60), in order to “perfect” a mechanic’s lien in New Hampshire the lienor must institute court action for the purpose of getting an attachment order, Topjian Plumbing Heating, Inc. Suppose the owner files for bankruptcy protection before that step is taken. Bruce Topjian, Inc. ,

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

Levelset

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.

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How to Start a Plumbing Business: 9 Tips for Growth

Levelset

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.