Filing a mechanics lien has the tendency to be complicated as the laws are different from state to state. However, don’t let the fine print be the reason you don’t get paid. Check out the “5 things to know” about Idaho mechanics lien law below before filing. Idaho Mechanics Lien Law is Friendly to Contractors [...]
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Zlien Forced to Defend Its Resources from Copyright Infringement by NACM
Dear zlien Clients and Readers of the Lien Blog, Zlien strives to be the leader in the construction credit management field. An important part of accomplishing this goal is to provide the web’s best and most comprehensive resources regarding mechanics liens and notices. In order to provide these resources, countless hours are spent scouring state statutes [...]

What’s Wrong With The Law And How It Is Costing Your Business Money
Let me introduce myself: My name is Scott Wolfe, and I’m an attorney. I have first hand knowledge about everything that is wrong with America’s legal system, but so do you. That’s because what’s wrong with the law is all around you. Just look at recent news reports. The recent IRS scandal and scandal involving wire-tapping of [...]

New Mexico Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Sometimes mechanics lien law can be tricky to understand. If you are interested in learning a little bit more about how to file a New Mexico mechanics lien, you might want to check out some of the most important “5 things to know.” Contractors Must Be Licensed to File a Valid New Mexico Mechanics Lien [...]

Louisiana Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Thinking about filing a Louisiana mechanics lien? Look no further, here are “5 things to know” that will help you hit the ground running! Louisiana Mechanics Lien Protection Extends To Many Project Participants Louisiana mechanics lien law extends protection to many different parties. Not only are general contractors and subcontractors able to file a mechanics [...]

Nevada Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Nevada mechanics lien law can get complicated. This post will point you in the right direction with “5 things to know” about Nevada mechanics lien law. Most Project Participants Have Nevada Mechanics Lien Rights Nevada mechanics lien law is especially inclusive. As long as a party provided labor and/or materials worth $500 or more, they [...]

Credit Management: 6 Week Course To Success As A Credit Professional
The construction industry is complex and you juggle so much as a credit professional. It’s not an accident that the construction industry boasts some of highest failure rates of any other business sector, and that building suppliers have some of the lowest profit margins of all industries. Getting paid in the construction industry is hard, [...]

Indiana Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Suppliers to Suppliers Do Not Have Indiana Mechanics Lien Rights Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers to prime or sub contractors, laborers, and equipment lessors are all eligible to file an Indiana mechanics lien. Unfortunately, though, as is the case in many states, suppliers to suppliers do not have mechanics lien rights in Indiana. Deadline to File Indiana [...]

Massachusetts Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Having trouble filing a Massachusetts mechanics lien? Or maybe you just don’t know where to start? Let the “5 things to know” below help you get started and get paid! Participants Contributing to the Improvement of Property Have Massachusetts Mechanics Lien Rights Project participants that furnish labor and or materials to the construction, alteration, repair, [...]

Kentucky Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Interested in filing a mechanics lien in Kentucky? You might want to read up on Zlien’s “5 things” before getting started! Suppliers to Suppliers Do Not Have Lien Rights – Most Others Do In Kentucky, the only project participants without mechanics lien rights are suppliers to suppliers. This means that prime contractors, subcontractors, sub-subcontractors, material [...]

Illinois Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Things to Know
Filing a mechanics lien in Illinois can be Tricky. Fortunately, the “5 things to know” below can help get you started. There is Some Tension about Who Qualifies to File a Mechanics Lien in Illinois Both original contractors (contractors in direct contract with the property owner such – as architects, engineers, construction managers and laborers) [...]
About Scott Wolfe Jr
SubscribeScott Wolfe Jr. is the CEO of Zlien, a company that provides software and services to help building material supply and construction companies reduce their credit risk and default receivables through the management of mechanics lien and bond claim compliance. He is also the founding author of the Lien Blog, a leading online publication about liens, security instruments and getting paid on every account. Scott is a licensed attorney in six states with extensive experience in corporate credit management and collections law, with a specific emphasis on utilizing mechanic liens, UCC filings and other security instruments to protect and manage receivables. You can connect with him via Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+.Read Scott's Biography Post Here
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Scott Wolfe Jr., JD
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