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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
New York City, the concrete jungle where dreams are built, is a hotbed for construction activity. Whether you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or property owner, understanding
Watch and listen to Kushnick Pallaci Managing Partner Vincent Pallaci discuss Judicial License Agreements in NYC in today’s Construction Law Webinar. You can learn more
Concerns over potential damage to adjacent properties in New York City has become a real concern for contractors and developers looking to work in the Big Apple. Perhaps in response to the growing number of adjacent property damage
One of the most common questions that I am asked is whether a lienor may include attorneys’ fees, such as the costs of collection or the costs of preparing the mechanic’s lien itself, within the amount of the
Mechanic’s liens are freely assignable. However, a common mistake is when the assignee of the lien fails to record the assignment in the County Clerk’s office. The assignment must contain the names and addresses of the assignee and
The Appellate Division, Second Department, recently ruled, for the first time, that owners of construction projects are beneficiaries of the trust created under Article 3A of the Lien Law and, therefore, have standing to bring claims against contractors,
Up until recently, anyone that submitted a claim under a payment bond on a public project in New York could expect that the statute of limitations to bring a claim was one year from the time that payment
What is Lien Law Section 38?
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In East 49th St. Dev. LLC v. Prestige Air and Design, the Kings County Supreme Court (Demarest, J.) noted that under New York law, a surety bond is to be interpreted as any other contract and the court
As most of you know, a new version of the AIA A312 performance bond came out in 2010 “replacing” the 1983 version of the A312. As we enter year two of the A312-2010 I thought it was a
In Adams v. Carriage House Farm, Inc. the Appellate Division, Second Department, affirmed a lower court judgment that held that a mechanic’s lien was subordinated to the mortgage on the premises. The Court noted that there was no
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