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Getting Paid - Mechanics Liens, Stop Notices and the Miller Act

Provider: Hanley Wood Exhibitions - World of Concrete
Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Credits: 1.5

In this economy, collecting every dollar due your company is critical. For private work, a Mechanics' Lien is an effective remedy for contractors, subcontractors, and others involved in the construction or improvement of real estate to resolve payment problems. Construction disputes can be resolved through litigation, arbitration and or mediation. Review preliminary notice, mechanic lien and stop notice requirements as well as the Miller Act requirements on Federal Projects.

1. Identify which projects are subject to mechanics liens v. stop notices
2. Determine what steps must be followed to file a lien or stop notice
3. Identify the requirements for making a bond claim under the Miller Act
4. Analyze the differences in litigation, arbitration and mediation

For more information or to register please contact Bonnie King at bking@hanleywood.com, 972-536-6416 or visit www.worldofconcrete.com.

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