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The Bird Box Dilemma: When False Pay Apps and Lien Waivers Are Not Fraudulent Inducement

Best Practices Construction Law

As a construction litigation attorney, the “claim” is often about telling the story of a breach of contract, or failed expectations, or unforeseen delays, all through the testimony of individuals or the introduction of documents. certifications and/or lien waivers) to the prime contractors to obtain payment.

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Payment Applications 101: A Guide to Pay Apps in Construction

Fieldwire

But a pay app is actually a collection of supporting documents that first and second tier contractors submit to request payment. The construction contract will typically define the process for submitting a pay app, the documents to include, and the deadline for submission. Contractors get paid for the work they document.

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Mayer Building Company for Subcontractors: Payment Guide & Resources

Levelset

Digging deeper into company processes for payment, change orders, lien waivers, and more will give you a sense of what to expect while working with them. . You’ll need to provide documentation before work starts, apply for progress payments during the project, and apply for your final payment as part of project closeout.

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Construction Forms for excel

Construction Cost Estimating

The package of over 140 purpose built forms are customizable Excel templates and documents addressing all areas of construction contract work. Construction Forms screenshot Construction Forms for Excel are designed to facilitate contracting and administrative tasks for construction work and projects.

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Louisiana Home Improvement Contractors License Requirements

Construction Law Monitor

The LSLBC will deliver the certificate of registration to the applicant who has been approved. These certificates are non-transferable. Other helpful documents include demand letters, lien waivers and filing of liens when payment is not received. Persons Who Do Not Need the Home Improvement License.

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Louisiana Contractors & State Licensing – Home Improvement

Construction Law Monitor

et seq ) need to have a “certificate” (not a full license) with the SLBC to perform any home improvement contracting services in excess of $7,500 but below $75,000. Finally the owner needs a copy of the contract documents before any work can start. The actual statues are codified in La R.S. 37:2150 et seq. See La R.S.

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Enhance your estimating process with Sage 100 Contractor

Construction Cost Estimating

The information for subcontractor can easily be accessed from within one centralized system and totally incorporated with the accounting procedures.

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