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The bustling city of New York stands as a testament to modern architectural marvels. However, amidst the towering skyscrapers and intricate infrastructure lies a potential
Introduction In the bustling world of construction in New York, the importance of financial security cannot be overstated. Construction projects often involve significant investments, and
New York City is a bustling metropolis with a constant demand for new construction and development. As the cityscape continues to evolve, construction projects frequently
New York City’s bustling construction scene is a testament to its constant evolution and development. However, the process of constructing or renovating buildings in such
In the dynamic realm of construction, change is inevitable. Often, unforeseen circumstances or evolving project requirements necessitate modifications to the original scope of work. These
Q1: What is an adjacent property damage claim? A1: An adjacent property damage claim refers to a legal process where a property owner seeks compensation
When it comes to securing payment for construction work, mechanics’ liens can be a powerful tool for contractors and suppliers in New York. A mechanic’s
Introduction: Construction projects in New York, especially in its bustling metropolitan areas, are often subject to various delays. These delays can arise from a multitude
Introduction: Construction projects can be complex undertakings, involving numerous legal considerations and potential risks. In New York, where the construction industry thrives, it is crucial
It is a topic often discussed on this site – discharging a mechanic’s lien summarily can only be achieved based upon facial defects in the lien. In Construction for Commerce, Inc. v.1325 48th Street, LLC, the Second Department
Pursuant to New York’s Lien Law § 41, a lien foreclosure action may be maintained by the lienor, his assignee or legal representative. Furthermore, if two or more lienors have filed notices of lien against the same real
New York Lien Law § 34 provides that any contract, agreement or understanding waiving a right to file or enforce any lien is void as against public policy and wholly unenforceable. Rotodyne, Inc. v. Consolidated Edison Co. 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 Interior Building Services, Inc. v. Broadway 1384 LLC et al. a number of contractors, including a the general contractor, filed mechanic’s liens and sough to enforce them through a foreclosure action. All of the construction was provided
There is a lot of wrong, misguided and incomplete information out there about how to file a mechanic’s lien in New York. A lot of confusion results from the fact that many mechanic’s lienors reside outside of New
In Chris Keefe Bldrs, Inc. v. Hazzard, a general contractor filed a mechanic’s lien for unpaid contract amounts. The general contractor then proceeded to enforce the mechanic’s lien by commencing a foreclosure action. The property owners responded by
Contractors should sit up and pay attention to this one. I routinely get several calls per week from contractors inquiring about filing mechanic’s liens against condominiums that they worked on. In Matter of Bridge View Tower, LLC v.
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
Well, its April and the first quarter of 2012 is already behind us. The good news is that its not 2010 anymore. The construction industry is healing itself but its by no means healthy. The bad news is
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