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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
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
The Suffolk County Supreme Court recently issued a decision affirming long established concept in construction law that says a subcontractor may not maintain an unjust enrichment claim directly against an owner unless the owner has “assented” to the
Downloand this free quick reference guide for Importat Payment Recover Deadlines in the New York Construction Industry. Click Deadlines to download the PDF file now.
Getting paid on a construction project in New York can sometimes be the most difficult part of the job. Finding an attorney that understands the construction industry can often be just as difficult. Kushnick Pallaci PLLC represents the
COLLECTING ON AN UNPAID CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT Collection is a part of every business, but in the construction industry it sometimes seems like collection is 90% of the business with 10% devoted to the actual construction. If you plan
Have you ever worked on a public construction project for the federal government? How about a public construction project for the State of New York or even a local municipality? If so, then you may know that you
The New York State Legislature recently amended Section 5-322.1 of the General Obligations Law to declare that any contract provision which requires a subcontractor to exhaust all other remedies prior to filing a claim on a payment bond
Bonds under the Miller Act The Miller Act (40 U.S.C.A §§ 3131 et seq.) applies to almost every federal government construction project that is over $100,000. Exempt from the Miller act requirements are certain Army, Navy, Air Force,
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