Owner’s Payment to GC Is Absolute Defense to Sub’s Mechanic’s Lien Claim
It has long been well established that payment in full by the project owner to its general contractor prote...
Case Threatening To Redefine Liability For Subway Construction Work Is Thrown Out By Appellate Court
In a case that had the potential to upend the world of subway construction, the Appellate Division affirmed...
A Shortened Statute Of Limitation - How Low Can You Go?
In construction contracts, it is fairly common to have a provision shortening the time within which to brin...
What Is A Coop, For Lien Purposes?
Many folks know that different rules apply to private vs. public improvement mechanic’s liens.
Liening for Pre-Construction Services? Yes and No.
Decades of cases still have not resolved the issue of what, if any, pre-construction services are lienable....
Another Mechanic’s Lien Bites the Dust
Contractors providing labor, materials, and equipment to a construction project are usually confident in th...
One Word In An Indemnification Clause Spells the Difference Between Liability And Dismissal
In an action seeking indemnification from three contractors, one walks away with no liability while the oth...