Construction Law Monitor

APRIL 2, 2015

A mechanic’s lien is a last-resort measure used by construction procurers to obtain payment withheld by a client. In this day and age, however, many clients harbor valid concerns about fraudulent liens, especially considering Louisiana’s loose requirements for filing a mechanic’s lien. Conditional; 2.Unconditional;

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Lien Louisiana Procurement Documentation 40

Construction Law Monitor

APRIL 2, 2015

mechanic’s lien is a last-resort measure used by construction procurers to obtain payment withheld by a client. In this day and age, however, many clients harbor valid concerns about fraudulent liens, especially considering Louisiana’s loose requirements for filing a mechanic’s lien. Conditional; 2.Unconditional;

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Lien Louisiana Procurement Documentation 40

Construction Dive

APRIL 2, 2014

By Bruce Jervis On a private construction project, the most valuable asset available to secure the project owner’s obligations is usually the property under development. The property secures the construction loan that finances the project. It is the date the document was filed in the appropriate property registry or office.

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Lien Security Construction Finance 52

Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

As an alternative to surety bonds, some licensing agencies allow contractors to put up the entire bond amount as security. The company will ask for some additional documents so that it can evaluate you and your business to determine your level of risk during an underwriting process. The Bonding Process. Your character and reputation.

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Contractors Legal Bidding Contract 156

Chianelli Estimating

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

All the painstaking details; drawing upon drawing, revision after revision as the project documents are developed. The contractor had secured the project and the owner would realized a huge savings on the cost of the project estimate established. The project design begins and takes months or maybe longer to complete.

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Levelset

JUNE 27, 2022

Securing mechanics lien rights isn’t just as simple as filing a document — it’s a process. Illinois in particular handles the amounts a subcontractor can file a lien for very differently than most other states. Each state has varying degrees of rules and requirements that must be met.

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Illinois Lien Claims Contractors 52

Construction Law Monitor

JANUARY 17, 2012

They would not have filed all of the preliminary documents such as a notice of contract. When then end of the project rolled around, there would be no substantial competion filed, no adequate demand for payment , no lien filed or any other tool used to secure payment.

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Lien Construction Contract Defense 66

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 9, 2013

In common terms, the PWA allows you to lien property in order to secure your right to payment. The notice of contract filing is important because, depending on the amount of the contract, the filing date will determine the time period in which one can file a lien. The notice of contract is not the contract document!

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Contract Lien Louisiana Contractors 51

Levelset

JUNE 16, 2022

When payment problems come up, contractors on public projects can’t turn to the mechanics lien for the solution — both the federal and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. Instead, general contractors on public construction projects have to secure a payment bond prior to the start of work.

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New Jersey Lien Claims Contract 52

Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise, as both the federal and state governments explicitly prohibit private entities from claiming an interest in public property. However, contractors have to follow certain steps in order to keep their payment rights secure on public works projects.

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Washington Claims Lien Contract 52

Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

With Textura—CPM both General Contractors and Subcontractors can get the ability to make an online entry for invoices as well as online submission of waivers and compliance documents at a quickest possible time. Thus the system makes a significant time savings for the contractors.

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Wolgast Corporation

MAY 8, 2024

Following Phase I Preliminary Design, your estimator will coordinate a smaller pool of bidders to secure a quick, estimated, ball park price. Her efforts will shield you from lawsuits, paying double, taking on liens, or insufficient insurance coverage to name a few. We can be your full-service, all-inclusive team.

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Levelset

MAY 11, 2022

Generally, companies aren’t able to file mechanics liens on public projects unlike with private projects, as the federal government — and many states — prohibit private entities from claiming an interest in public property. The responsibility of doing so falls on the claimant, making proper documentation especially important.

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New York Claims New York City Lien 52

Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 16, 2015

involved a contractor who could not access the construction site due to the government’s inability to secure property rights by the promised time. Contract Docs assignment of construction contract Document Management forum selection clause governing law indemnification lien waiver Project Management' 2003 WL 22232953 (A.S.B.C.A.)

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Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 6, 2012

Finally the owner needs a copy of the contract documents before any work can start. The application needs to include the following information in addition to proof of workers compensation insurance: (B)(1) The applicant’s name, home address, business address, and social security number. (2) See La R.S. for complete list.

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Louisiana Contractors Certification Contract 68

Levelset

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Architects generally refer to preconstruction simply as “design,” and break the process down into five steps: Schematic design Design development Construction documents Bidding/procurement Construction administration. Construction documents. Dive deeper : 12 Construction Documents Every Contractor Needs to Know.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As-built drawings are essential documents that show the exact construction of a building as it was completed, including any modifications or deviations from the original plans. Having accurate as-built drawings can prevent costly mistakes in future projects, ensuring that the history of the building is well-documented.

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Drawings Construction Lien Contract 52

Construction Lawyer

JANUARY 8, 2013

The making of final payment shall constitute a waiver of Claims by the Owner except those arising from: 1 liens, Claims, security interests or encumbrances arising out of the Contract and unsettled; 2 failure of the Work to comply with the requirements of the Contract Documents; or.3

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NH Construction Law

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Banks insist on this as a way to ensure that the mortgages securing their construction loans are supported by enough value on the ground to collateralize repayment. If you’re wondering how often an owner has hired me to review the documents in advance, I can tell you, it’s a round number. REI Service Corporation , No.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

OCTOBER 23, 2013

These rules have foundation in libel law, which publishers need to understand more than contractors (thankfully, we don’t need to worry too much about construction liens in our own business, however.) So if we really have negative information about someone and can document it, we would win in court.

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Legal Lien US Guidelines 54

Construction Law Monitor

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Many folks also believe that joint check agreements are all the same, that there is standardized agreement language and rules, that they offer a lot of payment security, and a host of other incorrect assumptions. Perhaps the joint check agreement is the most misunderstood and dangerous document you can confront on a construction project.

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Agreement Construction California Lien 51

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. The difference between secured and unsecured debts. It doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just have to hold your nose and sign, then hope for the best.”. Best practices for handling change orders.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

Your business plan is a living breathing document that you will change and update as needed. The client's pre-printed final waiver of lien document (necessary for contractor to receive final payment) waives all contractor's rights to recover unpaid extra work and to pursue any claims that arose during the course of the project.

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Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

Your business plan is a living breathing document that you will change and update as needed. The client''s pre-printed final waiver of lien document (necessary for contractor to receive final payment) waives all contractor''s rights to recover unpaid extra work and to pursue any claims that arose during the course of the project.

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Insurance Construction Claims Accounting 48

Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 5, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The California Constitution states: Trial by jury is an inviolate right and shall be secured to all, but in a civil cause three-fourths of the jury may render a verdict. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

Your business plan is a living breathing document that you will change and update as needed. The client''s pre-printed final waiver of lien document (necessary for contractor to receive final payment) waives all contractor''s rights to recover unpaid extra work and to pursue any claims that arose during the course of the project.

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Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 5, 2023

They are implementing project and field management tasks, document controls, and third-party collaboration to extend beyond the internal focus of an ERP. Their software automation tools help with manual and repetitive tasks associated with delinquent payments, such as managing timelines and mailing documents.

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Office Autodesk Accounting Project Management 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Make certain they have current technology which means they have equipment in a secure server farm that allows you remote access to your QuickBooks desktop version on the internet. And the building needs to have a secure lock box that allows you to drop paperwork off 24/7/365 when it is convenient for you, not just during business hours.

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Profitability Construction Accounting Cash Flow 48

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Procurement and Contracting Requirements Group (Division 00): Introductory Information: Indexing and general information documents. 00 43 13 Bid Security Form. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements.

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Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 45

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Sales tax liens against contractors twenty two times higher than any other business. Poor document management results in overpaying taxes. Changes in their operations due to contingencies beyond their control. Contractors are subject matter experts in a few areas then believe they know everything.

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Profitability Contractors Cash Flow Accounting 48

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Procurement and Contracting Requirements Group (Division 00): Introductory Information: Indexing and general information documents. 00 43 13 Bid Security Form. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements.

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Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

The Participating Lender sets all the terms and conditions of the loan (including premium levels, maturity dates, fixed or variable interest rates, secured or unsecured, amortization schedule, etc.) The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association tracks the weekly average municipal interest rate from 2000 to current.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

FOREIGN TRADE ZONES (FTZs): Secured areas legally outside of U.S. The company’s obligation to repay the loan is secured by a direct-pay Letter of Credit from a bank rated ‘A’ or better. The private sector participant finances 50 percent of the project cost and takes a first lien on assets pledged as collateral.

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Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

Levelset

MAY 25, 2022

Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise, as the federal government (and most states) explicitly prohibits private entities from claiming an interest in public property. Public construction projects need to secure a payment bond prior to the start of work.

California 52

California Claims Lien Contractors 52

Levelset

JULY 9, 2022

When payment problems come up on a public project, contractors can’t just file a mechanics lien as a solution, as both the federal government and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. Lien waivers. Deep dive : Georgia’s Very Unusual Rules for Mechanics Lien Waivers.

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Georgia Claims Lien Contract 52

Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

For the most part, contractors aren’t able to file mechanics liens on public projects, unlike with private projects. Rather than filing mechanics liens, public construction projects are required to secure a payment bond prior to work beginning. Florida bond claims. Learn more. Protect your payment rights on every public project.

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Florida Claims Lien Contract 52

Levelset

MAY 20, 2022

Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise. Instead, public construction projects need to secure a payment bond prior to the start of work. Additionally, performance bonds need to be secured if the contract is in excess of $100,000. The main difference?

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Texas Claims Contract Legal 52