Every builder and supplier in Roseland needs to be paid for their work. When payment problems arise, construction liens offer protection. Let's explain how these liens work differently for Roseland's public and private construction jobs. What is a construction...
Construction Liens
Your essential checklist for filing a construction lien in New Jersey
Filing a construction lien in New Jersey can be challenging, but a clear checklist can make it manageable. Here is how you can ensure you are properly securing your payment rights. Confirm your eligibility Begin by verifying that you are eligible to file a lien. In...
How can mishandling lien waivers impact your construction project?
Every construction project carries risks, and one often overlooked is the mishandling of lien waivers. These seemingly simple documents can have far-reaching consequences if not managed properly. Lien waivers are designed to facilitate smooth payment processes and...
The importance of timing in New Jersey’s construction lien law
In the construction industry, timing is essential, especially when it comes to filing construction liens. Therefore, being aware of these deadlines and the importance of prompt action is crucial for contractors, subcontractors and property owners alike. If you need to...
What can make a construction lien invalid?
Being a contractor is not easy because it takes significant skill and effort to succeed in this line of work. It can also be rewarding if there is steady cash flow from clients who pay the proper amount on time. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Sometimes,...
A primer for contractors on construction liens in New Jersey
In the complex world of construction, securing payment for services rendered is paramount for the stability and success of contractors and construction company owners. Within the state of New Jersey, construction liens serve as a powerful legal tool to ensure that...
How do we ensure legal sufficiency for a notice of lien?
Construction jobs often require extensive hard work and long hours. As a worker, you have a rightful expectation of fair compensation for your dedication and effort. But what happens when a property owner fails to pay what they owe you? In New Jersey, contractors and...
How can a lien help contractors when an owner refuses to pay?
A lien is a legal claim against a specific asset that grants a person a security interest over the asset subject to the lien. The asset with an attached lien becomes collateral to satisfy a debt or secure payment for the performance of an obligation. A contractor can...
What should I know to file a construction lien?
You may file a lien against someone who fails to pay you for the work you have done. If the person refuses to pay and makes it clear you will not be able to collect your money, it is your right to put a lien on the property. A lien will make it impossible for the...
What information must you include when filing a construction lien?
A construction lien allows you the right to collect money owed to you by a homeowner. It is a legal process so it is essential that you include all the right information when filing the lien. State law provides a basic form within the legal language that allows you to...