How Do I Lien for Tenant Improvements?

By Alex Barthet When doing work for a tenant, what rights do you have regarding placing a lien on tenant improvements?  Not many, especially if the landlord/owner has incorporated lien prohibitions within the lease document. As any construction expert will tell you, a...
Why You Should Turn Down a Cruise Ship Upgrade

Why You Should Turn Down a Cruise Ship Upgrade

By Spencer Aronfeld Everyone loves winning something or to be given something for free especially when it comes to travel, which is why many hotels and airlines use free upgrades as ways of showing customer appreciation. However, when it comes to the cruise industry,...

Breach is a Serious Thing

By Patrick Barthet If your construction project runs into trouble, you might begin to see a minor disagreement turn into a more serious legal dispute. And in no time, the word “breach” could start to surface in the correspondence you’re receiving. When that happens,...

Missed That Lien Deadline – What Are Your Options?

By Alex Barthet You believe you’ve missed a lien deadline, and as a result might have missed your chance to get paid. Don’t give up! There are still options to exhaust. You may think you know the basic notice and lien rules, but do you also know there are exceptions:...