Introduction Back on July 30, 2015, 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 moreAre you looking to buy a home, but you've discovered that there's a mechanics lien on it? Don't worry, you're not alone. Mechanics liens are a common occurrence in the real estate [...]
read moreIn the ever-evolving world of construction law, bond release plays a pivotal role in securing financial security and fostering contractual harmony. Bond release in construction [...]
read moreThe construction industry is a pivotal player in the growth and development of our society. As the bedrock of infrastructure development, it shapes our cities and landscapes, and [...]
read morePicture this: After months of anticipation, your dream home or office building is finally complete. However, a year down the line, you start noticing alarming signs of premature [...]
read moreIn the dynamic landscape of Chicago's construction industry, financial transactions tied to construction projects are of utmost importance. This is particularly true when it comes [...]
read moreA construction claim or dispute can often stall a project for months or even years as the parties argue over responsibility for a mishap, defect, or delay. The time, energy, and [...]
read moreConstruction contractors, sub-contractors, and suppliers are very familiar with the process of filing a lien or claim for payment involving private contracts. If payment for [...]
read moreLast month, Grzymala Law Offices attorney and founder, Mark Grzymala, was featured in his second podcast by The Face of Community and Business (TFOCB) and The Legal Network. [...]
read moreAs a contractor or subcontractor working on a federal construction project, you might have come across the Miller Act. But what exactly is it, and how does it affect your work? [...]
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