Law Brief: Lien Times: Securing Mechanics Liens for Preconstruction Services
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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
A mechanic’s lien filing creates an immediate cloud on title causing substantial impacts to owners of real property and other parties to a construction contract. Frequently, owners or prime contractors may be required to...more
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis famously referred to states as the “laboratories of democracy.” The Texas legislative process is an unusual laboratory compared to most states. The Texas Legislature only meets once...more
Bonds can play an essential role in protecting owners from the financial risk associated with liens and other contractor claims on Texas construction projects. Two types of commonly used surety bonds are (1) bonds to...more