Mechanic’s lien claims are complex in that each state’s statutes differ dramatically. There are certain unique issues when a contractor seeks to commence a mechanic’s lien proceeding for improvements ...

Question: What is “mechanics lien law,” what is it based on and where is it found? Answer: Mechanics lien law is intended to protect those unpaid for improvements to real property against the owner’s ...

Contrary to what you might expect, a mechanic’s lien has nothing to do with automobiles.Although people who work on automobiles and don’t get paid are entitled to a lien on a vehicle they have ...

A mechanic’s lien is a lien that arises when a construction professional performs work on another person’s property. This type of a lien provides the construction professional with a security interest ...

When you remodel a kitchen or replace a roof, you probably focus on design choices and contractor bids, not the legal ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Imagine bringing your car into a repair shop, only to find a few weeks later that it's been sold. Most people don’t know this, but if you can’t afford a car repair, and leave ...

ALTHOUGH MECHANIC’S liens are creatures of state laws, and no two laws (or state court systems) interpret them exactly the same way, some issues do come up frequently — but aren’t always explained to ...

Construction financing typically involves complex projects, with many moving parts and different parties. Oftentimes, construction loans contemplate multiple advances or disbursals at various stages ...

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