You're midway through a construction project, and suddenly, there's a payment dispute. Before panic sets in, it's essential to understand the tools available at your disposal. [...]
read moreIntroduction 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 moreIn the intricate world of construction law, one of the most complex issues pertains to construction liens. Navigating through this maze requires more than mere familiarity with [...]
read moreMany sub-contractors in Illinois are often confused by the notice requirements of the mechanics' lien provisions of the Illinois Code. While Illinois courts will recognize the [...]
read moreUnlike some states, Illinois does not have a specific form for mechanics' lien claims or waivers set forth in the state code. Instead, owners and contractors are left to create [...]
read moreAn IL mechanics lien is a lien that a contractor places against a property’s title when they haven't been paid for services or materials by the property owner. The Illinois [...]
read moreWhen it comes to construction projects, mechanic's liens play a crucial role in ensuring that contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers are paid for their services and materials. [...]
read moreWhen it comes to construction projects, mechanics liens play a crucial role in ensuring that contractors and suppliers are paid for their services and materials. The Illinois [...]
read moreEveryone deserves to get paid for the jobs they perform. Because of this, a safety net called a mechanic’s lien has been created to ensure appropriate payment. Contact an [...]
read moreA client recently contacted us regarding its rights for improvements it made to a public construction project in Illinois. The client wanted to pursue only one remedy, but did [...]
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