Topic
Construction Liens
164 published works
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Oregon’s “Direct” Construction Lien Law
By Sean Gay
Under Oregon law, construction lien claimants have a “direct” lien. Although the lien arises through the statutory agency of the contractor, for lien claimants other than the contractor, it is…
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The Construction Lien’s Status as an Interest in Real Property in Oregon
By Sean Gay
A construction lien is a statutory interest in privately owned real property. It is granted to individuals and entities who provide labor, materials, or services that improve the property. Because…
Florida Construction Legal Updates
CONSTRUCTION LIENS AND THE “SUBSTANTIAL PERFORMANCE” DOCTRINE
In a recent case dealing with a construction lien, the driving issue was whether the air conditioning contractor “substantially performed” before recording its construction lien against residential property. The importance…
Construction Industry Legal Blog
How SMBs Can Prevent Construction Lien Disputes Before They Happen
A single construction lien can freeze your financing, cloud your property title, or even lead to foreclosure. Florida’s construction lien law (Chapter 713, Florida Statutes) is designed to protect contractors…
Florida Construction Legal Updates
DON’T ASSERT AS A COUNTERCLAIM TO A LIEN FORECLOSURE LAWSUIT AN ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE CLAIM
If there is a construction lien on your property and you don’t like the lien, here are options to deal with the lien: 1. You negotiate a resolution a get…
Construction Industry Legal Blog
What Happens If You Ignore a Construction Lien on Your Property?
Ignoring a construction lien in Florida can result in foreclosure, stalled property sales, and costly lawsuits. Chapter 713 of the Florida Statutes sets strict rules that can catch property owners…
Florida Construction Legal Updates
THE FAILURE TO PURSUE A CONSTRUCTION LIEN DOES NOT CREATE A “GOTCHA” ARGUMENT
Just because a party does not pursue its lien rights, or waives it lien rights, or satisfies its lien, does NOT mean the party is foreclosed of its other rights,…
Construction Industry Legal Blog
How SMBs Can Face Lawsuits for Unpaid Construction Work
Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) often find themselves vulnerable to disputes over unpaid construction work. When payments break down, disputes over unpaid or unsatisfactory work can escalate quickly, leading to…
Georgia Construction, Bond & Lien Law Blog
How to Secure Payment on Georgia Construction Projects: A Quick Guide to Liens and Bond Claims
By Mark Cobb
If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier in Georgia’s commercial construction industry, the risk of not getting paid is unfortunately part of doing business. Whether you’re furnishing materials or performing…
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Construction Liens in Washington: Essential Knowledge for Construction Professionals
By Bart Reed, Karl Oles, Evan Brown
Why Understanding Liens is Important Construction liens are a critical aspect of the construction industry, providing security for those who contribute labor, materials, or services to a project. Understanding construction…