Introduction Back in July 30, 2015, then Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed H.B. 2635 into law. This bill amended the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act (770 ILCS 60/1 et seq.) and [...]
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read moreWhen an owner or general contractor refuses to pay, a recorded lien by itself does not force anyone to write a check. Contractors must enforce their lien through a foreclosure [...]
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read moreIllinois law sets out specific requirements and limits on what can and cannot be waived. A waiver that is signed too early, or that gives up rights for unearned amounts, can [...]
read moreWorking on a public project in Illinois brings high stakes—and sometimes, even higher payment risks. Unlike private jobs, where mechanics lien provide a direct line to [...]
read moreFrom recording the lien to enforcing it through foreclosure, every step is governed by strict procedures under the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act. Failing to follow these steps [...]
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