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Everything to Know About Filing a Mechanic’s Lien In North Carolina

A lien, sometimes referred to as a security interest, is an interest in real or personal property that secures the payment of a debt or the performance of an obligation. The most common examples of liens are mortgages (deeds...more

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Court of Appeals Confirms Partial Lien Waivers Do Not Waive Lien Rights

In a recent decision, the North Carolina Court of Appeals held that a general contractor’s execution of partial lien waivers did not prejudice a supplier’s lien rights on the construction project. The case is Atlantech...more

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A Closer Look at North Carolina’s Anti-Indemnity Statute – and Other Defenses to Indemnity Claims in the Construction and Design...

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Have you or your clients been sued by an individual or company seeking indemnity for damages allegedly incurred? Are you wondering how to combat and defend against such a claim?...more

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Examining Changes to North Carolina's Law Governing Recovery of Attorneys' Fees in Construction Lien and Payment Bond Disputes

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Legal disputes arising from construction projects commonly involve lien claims (in the case of private construction projects) or payment bond claims (in the case of public construction projects) asserted by a general...more

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The Three Cases Shaking Up NC Construction Law

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Three cases have come out in the last year that will significantly impact construction law in North Carolina. - The Court in Crescent v. Trussway held that an owner of a commercial project cannot sue a subcontractor or...more

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Court of Appeals Applies Collateral Source Rule in Construction Dispute

Legal doctrines develop over time, with judges determined to allocate blame and risk fairly. One such doctrine – an old one – is the “one recovery” rule. The one recovery rule basically means that an injured party should only...more

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