Late payments can cause frustrating delays, disruptions, and financial strain for contractors. Fortunately, California’s Prompt Payment Law is designed to protect contractors working on private projects by ensuring timely payments. Let’s break it down in plain English, so you know how it works, who qualifies for interest on late payments, and whether you have the […]
If you’re a contractor in California, you already know how crucial it is to get paid for your work. A mechanics and materialmen’s lien is a powerful tool that ensures you receive timely payment for labor and materials provided on a construction project. But here’s the catch—filing one correctly in California requires you to follow […]
When it comes to home repairs and remodeling, transparency and clear communication are key to ensuring that both homeowners and contractors are on the same page. In Illinois, one law that plays a critical role in protecting consumers is 815 ILCS 513/15, which mandates that home repair or remodeling contractors provide a written contract for […]
Facebook Marketplace has become a popular platform for buying and selling everything from furniture to building materials. It’s accessibility and casual setup can be appealing to busy contractors juggling multiple projects. However, buying building materials on Facebook Marketplace comes with serious risks that could jeopardize your financial security and professional reputation. Over the past year, […]
For contractors and small business owners in Illinois, timely payments can make all the difference in managing ongoing projects and ensuring the financial stability of their operations. The Illinois Contractor Prompt Payment Act (commonly called the Prompt Payment Act), codified in 815 ILCS 630, is vital in protecting your right to be compensated promptly for […]
As I have said before, knowing your mechanics lien rights is essential to securing your right to be paid in the construction industry. Every state has different rules that need to be followed to have a valid mechanics lien. This blog article will address the steps that need to be followed to have a valid […]
Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and ensuring that your new property is free from defects is a key concern for homeowners. In Louisiana, the New Home Warranty Act provides significant protections for homeowners, requiring builders to provide specific warranties for defects related to materials, workmanship, and […]
The general rule when it comes to public entities (city, state, and federal governments) is that they are immune from being sued or having any legal action taken against them. This concept is known as governmental immunity, and it applies to the idea of governmental immunity, which applies to liens as well. If you are […]
The number one rule in collecting the money you are owed in the construction industry is knowing your lien rights. Having a valid lien means the amount you are owed is secured by an interest in the property you improved. This blog article will go over the steps you need to take to have a […]
Recently, I wrote a legal memorandum for a client requesting information about Texas lien waivers. This is great information for anyone working on a construction project in Texas. See below the redacted version of that legal memorandum. CLIENT signs lien waivers as part of its business operations; CLIENT receives constant requests to sign lien waiver […]
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