Overview
Times are tough and money is tight. Many projects and participants are facing financial challenges and turmoil. Payments are not being made. What is the plan to recover payment? Enter the mechanics’ lien claim. Pennsylvania’s mechanics’ lien law provides unique remedies but the statute requires strict compliance to enjoy its benefits. Making matters more interesting, the lien law was revised substantially in 2007 for the first time in 44 years. As such, knowing that the operative benefits, requirements and risks under Pennsylvania’s lien law is essential. Learn about the requirements and the protections of this lien law and the amendments from both the owner and claimant perspectives to prepare yourself for that possible claim on the horizon.
Learning Objectives:
• You will be able to review the 2007 amendments.
• You will be able to identify liens from the owner’s perspective.
• You will be able to paraphrase liens from the contractor’s perspective.
• You will be able to breakdown the requirements and protections of Pennsylvania lien law.
Authors
Edward B. Gentilcore, Esq., Duane Morris LLP
Self Study Credit - OnDemand Webinar
| CC | 0.5 | | HSW 1.5 |
| AIA | 1.5 | | |
| CLE | 1.5 | PA | |
Agenda
Overview of Lien Law
- Background and History of Lien Law
- Definitions and Coverage
- 2007 Amendments
Addressing Liens From the Owner's Perspective
- Waivers
- Defenses to Claims
- Liability and Priority
Addressing Liens From the Contractor's Perspective
- Availability of Liens
- Lien Filing Requirements
- Addressing Subcontractor Lien Rights
