Basement floodings are all-too-common occurrences in the Washington, DC Metro Area and can leave new homeowners scrambling for solutions.
Basement floodings are all-too-common occurrences in the Washington, DC Metro Area and can leave new homeowners scrambling for solutions.
MECHANIC’S LIEN DEADLINES Mechanics Lien Deadlines vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Below is a state by state summary of mechanic’s lien deadlines for the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. District of Columbia Mechanic’s Lien Deadlines– Notice of Mechanic’s Lien: All contractors must file in land records within 90 days of completion or termination of… Read more »
Mechanic’s Lien Priority Explained (Part III) A very common question that I am often asked is “What is mechanic’s lien priority?” For contractors as well as real estate owners, the priority of a mechanic’s lien is of paramount importance and the answer regarding mechanic’s lien priority may surprise you. As is generally the case, the… Read more »
Mechanic’s Lien Explained (Part II) Mechanic’s Lien Payment As A Defense As mentioned in Part I of our Mechanic’s Lien series, the Defense of Payment suggests that a Mechanic’s Lien placed by a contractor or subcontractor is defeated if and when the owner of the project can prove that the cost of the project has… Read more »
District of Columbia Mechanic’s Lien Explained (Part I) A Mechanic’s Lien is a security interest in the title of real or personal property placed by those who supplied the materials or provided the labor to improve the property. A “mechanic lien” is not necessarily the modern interpretation of someone who repairs machinery, but actually describes… Read more »
The time following closing should be a time of joy and happiness, unfortunately, for some it is a time frustration and concern.
Sophisticated Real Estate & Construction Attorneys Antonoplos & Associates Real Estate & Construction Litigation practice group is comprised of a multidisciplinary team of experienced real estate litigation attorneys who are thought leaders in the real estate industry who routinely advocate for real estate clients. At Antonoplos & Associates we understand the importance of timing in… Read more »
