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In a significant decision for contractors and property owners alike, the Appellate Division, Second Department, recently clarified the consequences of performing electrical work in New
If you’re a contractor in New York, few tools are more powerful than a mechanic’s lien. It gives you leverage, helps secure payment, and forces
In construction law, few issues are as serious—or as misunderstood—as the misappropriation of trust funds. New York’s Lien Law Article 3-A was created to protect
In the world of construction litigation, the New York Lien Law—and in particular, Article 3-A—plays a crucial role in protecting the interests of subcontractors, material
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC — New York Construction Law Attorneys A recent decision from the Appellate Division, Second Department, offers a sharp warning to contractors
When it comes to building maintenance in New York City, few compliance requirements are as significant—or as complex—as Local Law 11, also known as the
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC | www.nyconstructionlaw.com Introduction If you’re starting a construction project in New York—whether it’s a major commercial build or a residential renovation—you’ll
For home improvement contractors working in Suffolk County, compliance with local consumer protection laws is not optional — it’s a business necessity. The Suffolk County
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and deaths in construction—and also one of the most frequently cited OSHA violations. If you’re
One of the most effective weapons against mechanic’s lien abuse by contractors is the owner’s ability to use Lien Law Section 39 and 39-a to defend against a “willful exaggeration” of a mechanic’s lien. However, the burden of
Pursuant to Lien Law § 39, if a court should find that a lienor has willfully exaggerated the amount claimed in a lien as stated in the notice of lien, the lienor’s lien shall be declared void and
In Pelc v. Berg, the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, determined that a contractor who had filed a willfully exaggerated mechanic’s lien was liable for the costs incurred by the home owners in discharging the willfully exaggerated mechanic’s lien
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