Construction Legal Guides (54 found)

Written by Vincent Thomas Pallaci
If you have been around the construction industry long enough then you know that payment disputes are part of the package. But how do you make sure that you do everything necessary to give yourself a chance to actually collect? Follow these steps and you will be headed in the right direction.
Posted 21 days ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Scott G Wolfe JR
If you furnished labor and/or materials for a construction project and were not paid, you may be able to collect payment by filing a construction lien. You can file a lien on your own, or an experienced attorney can help you navigate the paperwork and legal process
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 12 days ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Oregon

Written by Donald A. Niesen
In Florida, a property owner can make his project and property exempt from anyone filing a construction lien by posting and recording a Payment Bond. This makes the bond, and not the real estate, the security for all contractors and suppliers to get paid.
Posted 7 days ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Kenneth Evan Chyten
This article gives builders ideas as to how a construction defect ("cd") lawsuit can be avoided, if possible, and, if not, what can be done to prevail in such actions if a buider or developer is sued.
Posted 4 days ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Kathleen Garvin
If you are a Washington State construction worker who was injured on the job, you may be entitled to compensation above and beyond standard workers’ compensation benefits.
4 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Personal Injury. Jurisdiction: Seattle, WA

Written by Kevin M. Veler
As of July 2008, all Residential and General Contractors need to have a license issued by the state of Georgia. There are a number of contractors that do NOT need to be licensed. A business license from a local county jurisdiction IS NOT a contractor's license.
6 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Stephen Joseph Padula
This is a primer on perfecting and enforcing construction liens in Florida.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by David William Ginn
If you are a contractor, material supplier, subcontractor or laborer, here is how to record a Mechanics' Lien in the State of California.
4 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Chad William Koplien
Contractors providing home improvement services for owners of existing residential structures should consider the following issues prior to suing an owner for non-payment.
14 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Wisconsin

Written by Chad William Koplien
Wisconsin has a hostile environment as it relates to the home improvement industry. If you have read some of my other construction guides you will understand the basis for this tough climate. Here are some tips if you are in this industry.
9 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Wisconsin

Written by Chad William Koplien
This guide will help subcontractors ("subs") identify common weasel clauses in General Contractor ("GC") contracts.
26 of 29 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development.

Written by David Adam Blansky
If you performed work or provided materials in connection with the private improvement of real property and have not been paid, you may be able to pursue payment by filing a Mechanic's Lien and taking the steps necessary to foreclose on that lien. The following is a brief overview of this process.
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 11 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Michael Lee Mau
Generally for contractors, subcontractors and construction supply companies who need to create a security interest in private real property that they have incorporated work or materials into.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Tymon Berger
Washington's mechanics' lien statute provides contractors and suppliers with an option to get around those intractable owners that refuse to pay. Known as the stop-notice statute, contractors and suppliers can receive payment directly from the construction lender by following the steps below.
4 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Vincent Thomas Pallaci
General contractors hire subcontractors every day without giving consideration to the potential liability that they are exposing themselves to. These tips are intended to make general contractors aware of basic issues that need to be addressed in order to protect their business.
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Vincent Thomas Pallaci
Its finally time to find a contractor to fix that problem that has been nagging you for months, or even years. But before you do so, some basic steps can help prevent, or lessen, headaches if something goes wrong.
8 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Vincent Thomas Pallaci
If someone has filed a mechanic's lien against your property you have several options in responding. Liens can cause a variety of problems including potential defaults under the terms of your mortgage and problems selling your property if that is something you are considering.
8 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Vincent Thomas Pallaci
This is intended simply as a quick reference guide for common questions that come up regarding mechanic's liens in New York . For specific inquiries you should consult a local attorney.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Scott G Wolfe JR
Enough Chinese Drywall was imported into the United States to build 60,000 average-sized homes. Many now fear the drywall was contaminated, and to blame for the rapid corrosion of building elements and health concerns. What to do if your company supplied or installed Chinese Drywall? Read on.
8 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Michael T. Nigro
If you are subcontractor, follow these steps to protect your lien rights.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Construction / Development. Jurisdiction: Illinois