Schedule a Consultation What is underpinning? Underpinning is the process of installing a new “foundation” under your existing foundation as a means of structural support. It is typically necessary when your neighbor is developing their property and their new foundation (and hence their … Continue reading
Category Archives: Construction Litigation
Preconstruction Surveys and Monitoring Requirements in NYC
If you are performing construction work in New York City there is a very good chance that you will have to perform a preconstruction survey and/or perform monitoring of neighboring properties. The preconstruction survey and the monitoring often go hand-in-hand. … Continue reading
What is a payment bond?
Definition of a Payment Bond When we talk about security for paying a contractor or supplier the first thing that often comes to mind is a mechanic’s lien. But mechanic’s liens aren’t the only method of securing payment on a … Continue reading
What is a Lien Law Section 59 Demand to Foreclose?
When a property owner receives a mechanic’s lien the first question they ask is usually “how do I get rid of this lien?” Well if the mechanic’s lien is “valid on its face” and you want to challenge the validity of … Continue reading
Public Improvement Lien Deadline Runs from Completion and Acceptance
Lien Law Section 12 seems pretty clear but its always nice to have the Appellate Division confirm that clarity. In Munoz Trucking Corp. v. Darcon Const. Inc. Munoz apparently filed a public improvement lien that mistakenly named Darcon as the general contractor. … Continue reading