Collection Tips for Subcontractors
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 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 More4th Circuit Case Looks at Perfecting Liens During Bankruptcy Court finds that when a lien right arises pre-petition, the lien can be perfected despite the automatic stay. Subcontractor Claims: What can you do once your General Contractor Files Bankruptcy?
Read MoreCollecting as a Subcontractor: Tips You Need to Know One of the most common types of collection matters our firm sees is subcontractors who aren’t getting paid on a job. If you work as a sub, knowing who you can collect from, what collection tools are available to you, and taking care to reduce disputes…
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