In 2026, Illinois contractors are judged on two things: how well they build and how well their contract clauses protect their payment. When a project goes sideways, owners, [...]
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Subcontractors often feel the cash-flow squeeze first when owners slow pay or reject invoices. Illinois law gives you more protection than many realize, but those rights only work [...]
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How many profitable projects in your pipeline would it take to offset one major job that turns into a lawsuit over delays, disputed change orders, or unpaid invoices? A [...]
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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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Contractors are pricing work with volatile material costs, tight labor markets, and owners who expect aggressive schedules and lean retainage. The three issues most likely to harm [...]
read moreIn 2026, Illinois contractors are judged on two things: how well they build and how well their contract clauses protect their payment. When a project goes sideways, owners, [...]
read moreSubcontractors often feel the cash-flow squeeze first when owners slow pay or reject invoices. Illinois law gives you more protection than many realize, but those rights only work [...]
read moreHow many profitable projects in your pipeline would it take to offset one major job that turns into a lawsuit over delays, disputed change orders, or unpaid invoices? A [...]
read moreIntroduction 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 [...]
read moreContractors are pricing work with volatile material costs, tight labor markets, and owners who expect aggressive schedules and lean retainage. The three issues most likely to harm [...]
read moreWe are pleased to announce that Mark B. Grzymala, the founder and principal of Grzymala Law Offices, P.C., has been selected to the 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers list for [...]
read moreGrzymala Law Offices, P.C. is proud to announce that our associate attorney, Joseph F. Kwiatkowski, has been selected as a Rising Star in the 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers list for [...]
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 [...]
read moreLien waivers are often signed with little discussion, even though they directly control whether contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers can still record mechanics liens if [...]
read moreIn 2025, tariffs on steel, aluminum, mechanical equipment, and imported components have been changing faster than a typical bid and buyout cycle. Government actions have raised [...]
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