Most lienors do not know that a statute exists which, if properly exercised, could have their liens discharged and cancelled in a very short period of time.
Not Everyone Can Do It: Preparing and Signing a Claim of Lien
The preparation of a construction claim of lien appears to be such a routine task that many take for granted the importance of who is actually authorized by statute to do so.
Notice to Owner: Always Necessary?
All contractors actively engaged in construction work are undoubtedly familiar with Notices to Owner – that section in most mechanics’ lien statutes which outlines what a materialman, laborer, subcontractor or sub-subcontractor, who is not in privity with the owner, must do to perfect his lien rights in order to record a claim of lien.
Prompt Payment Statutes Are Alive and Well: Payment Law
A recent case addressed a little known Florida statute. Fence Masters Inc. v. Zurqui Construction Services Inc. stemmed from a subcontractor’s request for payment on work done to improve public property under a contract with a general contractor.
Prompt Payment: A Requirement, Not an Option
Florida Statute §255.071 is a little known but potent tool for subcontractors and materialmen.