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Five New York appellate decisions from the first half of 2026 examine mechanic’s lien expiration, notice of pendency, Article 3-A pleading, summary discharge, itemization, and lower-tier lien-fund proof.
Filing a mechanic’s lien is only the first step. Learn what happens if a New York mechanic’s lien is not extended or foreclosed, and what contractors and owners should do before lien rights are lost.
NYC building owner guide to mechanic’s lien options after a contractor payment dispute: Section 38 demands, defective work defenses, bonding, discharge, and litigation.
What NYC owners can do when a neighbor refuses scaffolding or access, including construction access agreements and RPAPL 881 court-ordered licenses.
New York additional insured coverage attorney guidance for construction disputes, tenders, indemnity, general liability insurance, property damage, and litigation.
New York Prompt Payment Act attorney guidance for invoice approval, written disapproval, payment deadlines, retainage, interest, suspension, arbitration, and disputes.
New York payment bond deadline and notice guide for Miller Act, State Finance Law 137, private bonds, lien discharge bonds, surety claims, and lawsuits.
New York mechanic’s lien deadline guide for private commercial, single-family, retainage, public improvement, service, extension, and foreclosure deadlines.
Article 3-A Timing: Why the Facts Matter Article 3-A trust fund diversion claims are timing-sensitive, but the deadline analysis depends on the claim, the parties,
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Kushnick Pallaci PLLC represents contractors, owners, developers, design professionals, property stakeholders, insurers, and sureties in construction disputes throughout New York. Speak with counsel about the facts, deadlines, documents, and leverage that should shape the next move.
