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Enforcing a Mechanic’s Lien
When a subcontractor or supplier has not been paid for work performed, there are six general steps that most states require to file and enforce a mechanic’s lien.
By Mary Bacon
June 9, 2019
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by Mary Bacon
Mary Bacon is a lawyer at Spencer Fane, LLP focusing on construction law.
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