I am trying to determine if we have lien rights in New York.

If the owner was a NYC agency this is a public project and your lien is due within 30 days of the time that the NYC agency approves and accepts the...

Surety is giving me the run around for a $9000 payment. What can I do?

If you have been owed the money for over 2 years then you may be out of time to submit a claim under the Miller Act. You need to consult with a...

I am working for a subcontractor on a state of ok construction job. The sub has gotten into trouble with $. The Prime told me

You need to speak to a local attorney. Not just construction, but employment. There usually is a tiered level of payment priority but I do not...

I have mold in my bathroom behind all the tiles. I just got quoted an amount to fix but my landlord doesn't want to spend a lot.

You cannot just withhold rent in NY. There are specific requirements for how and when you can withhold. I suggest you consult with a local...

I hired a contractor to do work on my house. We had a written contract.

What you are talking about is the statute of frauds. The "real estate" contracts referenced do not include the type of construction work you are...

You need to speak with a local attorney. I do not practice in CA but typically you do not have an immediate right to destroy or remove the tools. ...

I do not practice in Kansas so I cannot answer your question about the procedure for challenging the lien there but it sounds like you have several...

Do I need insurance as a subcontractor?

"Required" and "need" are relative words. I do not practice in Minnesota, but in general parties are free to require anyone below them in the...

I do not practice in California but in every jurisdiction I have ever seen failing to file the lien on time is fatal to the lien right. As for the...

Can you file a mechanics lien in Louisiana if the customer has already paid for the item with a credit card?

I do not practice in Louisiana so perhaps there is something I am not aware of, but why would you file a mechanic's lien against a client that...