Levelset
JUNE 16, 2022
When payment problems come up, contractors on public projects can’t turn to the mechanics lien for the solution — both the federal and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. New Jersey bond claim laws & liens on contract funds. Preliminary notice requirements.
Levelset
MAY 11, 2022
Generally, companies aren’t able to file mechanics liens on public projects unlike with private projects, as the federal government — and many states — prohibit private entities from claiming an interest in public property. Payment protection on New York public projects. New York City has additional rules for payment protection as well.
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Construction Law Monitor
JUNE 6, 2013
Louisiana has pretty strict guidelines for determining who is allowed to bid, contract and work on a project. For example, if they decide to not pay you but you don’t have your license, you almost definitely do not have any lien rights under the Private Works Act. Keepin’ It Current. Remember, you are running a business.
Levelset
JULY 9, 2022
When payment problems come up on a public project, contractors can’t just file a mechanics lien as a solution, as both the federal government and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. Lien waivers. Deep dive : Georgia’s Very Unusual Rules for Mechanics Lien Waivers.
Levelset
MAY 25, 2022
Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise, as the federal government (and most states) explicitly prohibits private entities from claiming an interest in public property. Learn more about California lien law : California Mechanics Lien Rules & FAQs.
Levelset
MAY 16, 2022
For the most part, contractors aren’t able to file mechanics liens on public projects, unlike with private projects. Rather than filing mechanics liens, public construction projects are required to secure a payment bond prior to work beginning. Payment protection on Florida public projects. Florida bond claims. Learn more.
Levelset
JULY 7, 2022
When payment problems come up on a public project, contractors can’t just file a mechanics lien as a solution, as both the federal government and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. In some cases, securities, bonds, or other similar instruments may be substituted for retainage.
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