A judgment is just a piece of paper. But did you know that you can turn that paper into cold hard cash through what lawyers like to call Post Judgment Collections? There are specific ways you can collect on those judgments, but litigation is costly, and just how do...
In this blog, we discuss how you can use that information to create a consistent collection strategy. Don’t work for free. Collecting what is yours is crucial to the livelihood of your business.
To have a valid lien in Texas, before you can even think about filing the lien with the county clerk, you need to make sure you have sent proper notice required to have a valid lien.
Are you ensuring you’re getting paid for what you are owed in your construction projects? It is so important to understand what you are responsible for when filing a lien. Remember, one single error in the lien filing process could cost you thousands of dollars and invalidate your lien.
Liens are important because the construction industry runs on credit and the Contractor is the one extending the credit. This means the Contractor put forth labor and material and then waits to get paid. If you follow all the lien procedures correctly, it will give you the closest thing to a guarantee of payment in this business.
The truth is that any provision in a subcontract that says you cannot file a lien is unenforceable. That means even if you sign a subcontract that states you cannot file a lien, you can still file a lien. Don’t let a general contractor convince you otherwise.
Are you overwhelmed and confused by the complex lien waiver rules and requirements in the State of Texas? If you answered yes, you are not alone! In this article, we’ll help you with navigating the complex lien waivers process. It is so important to take note of each important step and the specific timeline for your Texas construction projects.
The lien process can be tricky, and the steps must be followed meticulously, or it will be invalid. Not only do you only have one chance to file a lien, you actually can be fined for filing an improper lien. It’s so important to get your lien filed correctly!
If you are past the lien filing deadline or haven’t sent a preliminary notice in a state where it is required, you will probably be considering filing a lawsuit as the next step in collecting your unpaid construction payment. When looking at your options, it is good to have information about them before you start the process.
This process relieves the property and the property owner of the lien claim while the dispute is litigated. Let’s talk about bonds to indemnify against liens.