Lien waivers play a pivotal role in the construction industry, serving as a bridge between property owners and those providing labor, services, or materials to a construction [...]
read moreConstruction projects often lead to great results, but sometimes payment issues arise. In Illinois, employing a mechanic's lien is essential for contractors, subcontractors, [...]
read moreMechanics liens serve as a legal safeguard for those who contribute labor or materials to a construction project. These liens ensure that contractors and suppliers have a claim [...]
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 moreAre you looking to buy a home or any other piece of real estate for that matter including commercial or industrial, but you've discovered that there's a mechanics lien on it? [...]
read moreYou'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 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 [...]
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