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Arbitration is Alternative Dispute Resolution
Arbitration, like mediation and adjudication, is a form of alternative dispute resolution and is typically favored in lieu of litigation.
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UCC Filings, Key Words and Common Terms
In the spirit of “back-to-school,” today’s post is a UCC Article 9 vocabulary lesson. Break out your pencils and notebooks, let’s get started!
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Mechanic’s Lien and Bond Claim Rights in U.S. Possessions
Did you know that you may have mechanic's lien or bond claim rights in Guam, US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico? Let’s review!
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Alaska Mechanic’s Liens and Bond Claims
In this post I will review the statutory requirements for securing lien and bond claim rights for projects in Alaska.
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Protect Lien Rights: Who is Served Iowa Preliminary Notice
Mechanic’s lien rights are available on commercial and residential projects in Iowa, however, you should always serve a preliminary notice.
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Name Change Could Jeopardize Your Security Interest
The accuracy of critical data, like your customer's name, within your UCC Financing Statement can make or break your security interest.
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Progress Payments Have Stopped, Now What?
Progress payments are made as work progresses under a contract, but what if those payments stop? What should you do next? Learn more here.
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A Demand to Commence Suit May Shorten Your Deadline
Did you receive a Notice to Commence Suit? Review the document carefully, because your deadline to file suit may be sooner than you think.
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Retail Bankruptcy and the Impact on the Landlord
We’ve previously discussed what retail bankruptcies mean for creditors who supply inventory, but what about the landlord?
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DIP Financing: What Is It? Who Provides It?
DIP Financing (DIP = Debtor In Possession): What is It? Who provides It? What impact does it have on UCC filings?
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Serve a Mechanic’s Lien on an Out-of-State Party
Need to serve a mechanic's lien on an out-of-state party? According to one case, you should serve the lien via certified mail with return receipt requested.
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Retail Bankruptcies and Their Impact on Consigned Goods
Often, retailers obtain goods from various suppliers. Suppliers provide the goods on a consignment basis. So, what happens when there's a bankruptcy?