Sean Gay | Ahead of Schedule Like many modern American legal principles, the concept of the lien originated in England, where those who performed physical labor—so-called “mechanics”—were given a “charge” on the items upon which they worked. Shortly after the American Revolution, states and territories in the United States began enacting statutes giving builders lien… Continue reading A Brief History of Oregon’s Construction Lien Law
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Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
Joseph Evans | Lasher Washington’s construction lien statutes provide contractors with remedies to secure payment from property owners for furnished labor and/or materials. These statutory requirements are strictly enforced, and even minor mistakes can invalidate an otherwise legitimate lien and eliminate a contractor’s ability to foreclose. The following are some of the most common mistakes… Continue reading Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
Joseph Evans | Lasher Washington’s construction lien statutes provide contractors with remedies to secure payment from property owners for furnished labor and/or materials. These statutory requirements are strictly enforced, and even minor mistakes can invalidate an otherwise legitimate lien and eliminate a contractor’s ability to foreclose. The following are some of the most common mistakes… Continue reading Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
The Construction Lien in Washington: A Legal Analysis for the Construction Industry
Stoel Rives Stoel Rives has published the 2024 update to The Construction Lien in Washington: A Legal Analysis for the Construction Industry. First published in 2015, the 2024 update includes recent case authorities and statutory changes. This treatise serves as a guide to lien rights and procedures, including discussion of lien-like remedies available on public projects.… Continue reading The Construction Lien in Washington: A Legal Analysis for the Construction Industry
What Are The 10 Lien Requirements?
Karalynn Cromeens | The Cromeens Law Firm Did you know that your lien rights differ from state to state? It’s an important nuance to understand because filing an invalid lien can have a lot of implications. The consequences vary case by case, but a few things that could happen if you file an invalid lien… Continue reading What Are The 10 Lien Requirements?