The Power of Charging Orders
Mechanics’ liens protect landscapers, construction companies, and many other businesses against the risk of nonpayment. If a landowner refuses to pay for improvements made to their property, the business can often file a lien on the property. Filing a lien frequently incentivizes payment. If the landowner still doesn’t pay after the lien is filed, the…
Read More“Will you look at my contracts and make sure they are good?” Our attorneys hear this frequently from contractors. So what does a good contract look like? First, every contract is different. What works for some industries may not work in others. That said, several basic items should be addressed in every landscape installation contract.…
Read MoreA Simple Timeline for Mechanic’s Liens Mechanic’s liens are a great way for contractors, subcontractors, designers, and materials suppliers to ensure they are paid for their work, but the law is very strict about the process and timeline for obtaining a lien. As the landscape installation season is wrapping up, you should be sure that your…
Read MoreSatisfying Judgments Using Business Entities in Minnesota A charging order is a tool that a creditor can use to try to satisfy a judgment of a debtor. The charging order is charged against a debtor’s interest in a partnership or LLC and attaches to the distributions the debtor would normally receive from the entity until…
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