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Introduction Receiving an OSHA citation can be a daunting experience for any business. However, it’s essential to understand that you can challenge these citations if
Introduction Safety isn’t just a priority in the high-stakes construction world—it’s a legal and ethical obligation. Yet, despite stringent regulations and extensive safety protocols, construction
Introduction Navigating the complexities of the construction industry on Long Island demands more than just skillful project management and craftsmanship. It requires legal expertise to
Delays are often inevitable in construction projects and can significantly impact timelines, budgets, and relationships between parties involved. When these delays occur, stakeholders may seek
Insurance is one of the most important things for anyone in construction to understand. However, many people often do not know the critical differences between
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY – Kushnick Pallaci PLLC, a construction law firm in New York, is pleased to announce a significant substantial settlement
A stop work order on a construction site can be a major setback for any project in New York City. Issued by the Department of
When undertaking a construction project, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the key players involved. Two critical roles
Owning a home is a significant investment, and homeowners often take great care to maintain their property. However, unexpected incidents can occur, such as a
A review of New York’s Lien Law §13(1) reveals that a mechanic’s lien shall have priority over a mortgage not recorded at the time of the filing of the Notice of Mechanic’s Lien. See Lien Law §13(1). As
In a recent case decided on September 11, 2013 by the Appellate Division, Second Department, the Court once again affirmed subcontractor’s rights to file a mechanic’s lien even where there is an arbitration clause in the contract. American
Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC is happy to offer a free sample form for filing a mechanic’s lien on a private project in New York. Simply click the link below to download the printable form. Sample Mechanic’s Lien on
Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC was recently successful in a Suffolk County action in obtaining an order requiring a lienor to itemize its mechanic’s lien pursuant to Lien Law Section 38 and to provide a verified trust fund disclosure
Mechanic’s liens (sometimes called construction liens by those outside New York) in New York are creatures of statute. Like most statutory creations there are a number of dos and don’ts when filing a mechanic’s lien. Most mechanic’s lien
The New York mechanic’s lien law attorneys here at Kushnick Pallaci PLLC often receive phone calls inquiring about the process for bonding a mechanic’s lien. Often the caller has one of the following problems: 1) he or she
The primary reason for obtaining a mechanic’s lien discharge bond (Lien Law Section 19(4) ) is to remove the lien from the property. You may do this because you are contractually obligated to keep the property lien free
Okay, so I admit that the title of this post is not entirely accurate; in fact, its 100% false here in New York. But, sadly, it is what many misinformed individuals tell me (or rather yell at me)
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
Far and away the biggest complaint about mechanic’s liens is that the money is not owed. Unfortunately for those in New York, that is an issue that does not bring about a challenge under Lien Law Section 19.
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