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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Shimco Lien Reaffirmed: B.C. Court of Appeal Clarifies Dual-Lien Structure Under the Builders Lien A

In Kingdom Langley Project Ltd. Partnership v. WQC Mechanical Ltd. (Kingdom Langley), the British Columbia Court of Appeal reaffirmed the validity of what are commonly referred to as “Shimco liens.” Shimco liens are liens...more

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Washington Court of Appeals Confirms Contractor Can Appeal Denial of Intervention in Lien Foreclosure Suit

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Washington’s construction lien statute makes clear that all lien foreclosure actions arising out of the same project should be joined into a single lawsuit. Filing a motion to intervene in a pending foreclosure lawsuit will...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

50 State Lien Law Notice Requirements (UPDATED)

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This quick reference describes general time requirements for filing lien notices in each state, plus Washington, DC. Seyfarth’s Construction team prepared the survey for use primarily by commercial contractors and real estate...more

Porter Hedges LLP

Construction Law Update from the 89th Texas Legislature Regular Session

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The Texas Legislature is currently in session and is scheduled to adjourn on June 2, 2025. Porter Hedges is actively monitoring any legislation that influences Texas construction law and impacts construction projects,...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Tracking Lien Law Requirements: Alabama

This is the first in a series of blog posts discussing lien requirements in states where we most frequently litigate and states with unique lien requirements. Alabama Lien Law Basics - Alabama’s statutory mechanic’s lien...more

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Construction Liens in Washington: Essential Knowledge for Construction Professionals

Why Understanding Liens is Important Construction liens are a critical aspect of the construction industry, providing security for those who contribute labor, materials, or services to a project. Understanding construction...more

Gray Reed

Lien and Bond Claims in May 2025: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of May....more

Houston Harbaugh, P.C.

Perfecting Service of a Mechanic’s Lien Claim in Pennsylvania

Generally speaking, when a party files a Mechanic’s Lien Claim (“Lien Claim”) in Pennsylvania, the Lien Claim needs to be served on the Respondent by the sheriff of the county where the property owner is registered to do...more

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Lien and Bond Claims in February 2025: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of February....more

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Lien and Bond Claims in January 2025: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of January. Lien and Bond Claim Notices and Filings Required by: January 15, 2025...more

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Lien and Bond Claims in July 2024: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of July....more

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Lien and Bond Claims in June 2024: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of June....more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Wait, Is My Lien Waiver Enforceable?

If you get into a construction dispute concerning payments made to your contractor, subcontractor, or supplier, you want to be sure that your lien waivers are enforceable in your jurisdiction. A lien waiver is an agreement...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Alberta Decision May Make Builders’ Lien Filing Deadline Less Certain, More Litigated

In Boulevard Real Estate Equities Ltd. v. 1851514 Alberta Ltd. (Boulevard Real Estate Equities), a master of the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench held that if an owner makes a representation to a contractor that causes the...more

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