Upping the Ante: Getting a Larger Lien Discharge Bond Amount
The New York Lien Law provides that one can “bond off” a mechanics lien by posting an “undertaking” (i.e.
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Court Holds Subcontractor Cannot Lien for Temporary Sidewalk Shed and Scaffold
An owner of a Manhattan 12-story building hired a contractor to perform façade repairs. The
E-Bikes do not B-Long
Over the last few years, we’ve seen an increase in fires caused by lithium-ion batteries.
Franchise Sales: New Guidelines Prohibit the Use of Franchisee Questionnaires in the Sales Process
Franchisors can no longer use franchisee questionnaires during the franchise sales process, accordi
Federal Preemption of State Consumer Laws – Reports of Its Demise at the Hands of Dodd Frank Are Premature
When Dodd Frank was adopted in 2010, a political trade off resulted in the inclusion of a provision defin
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Lien Law Trust Fund Diversions — Can You Pay Your Own Laborers Before You Pay Your Subs?
New York’s Lien Law Article 3A creates special statutory safeguards to ensure payment of contractors and la...
Don’t Forget the Statutory Notice of Claim
We don’t usually write about personal injury matters. But sadly, personal injury accidents happen on con
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