Tag: Louisiana
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Louisiana Mechanics Lien Law: Material Suppliers Guide
It’s been a while since I posted about the lien laws in my home state of Louisiana. Plus, I’ve recently been contacted by a number of material suppliers who are either based in Louisiana or who do business in the state, and they are confused about the state’s notice requirements. There’s good reason for the…
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Special Notice of Lease Requirement for Louisiana Equipment Lessors
I practice law in Louisiana, and I had another equipment rental company call my offices last week to discuss their options in collecting a debt for some leased equipment. Whenever I’m contacted to help collect a debt, I immediately discuss the potential client’s lien rights. Bar none, filing a mechanic’s lien is the absolute best…
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Can Unlicensed Contractors File a Mechanics Lien?
Note: This article was originally published in 2011 and was updated with new information in 2018. Short Answer: It depends. In some states, unlicensed contractors are forbidden from filing a lien. In other states, it’s allowed. Consult your state’s lien laws to find out if you can file a mechanics lien. Get Licensed If It’s…
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What Costs Can I Include in a Mechanics Lien?
I practice law, and focus on construction law, in the states of Washington, Oregon, and Louisiana. Whenever folks are looking to put together a mechanics lien, this is a question that is very frequently asked. While the question seems quite simple, it’s actually a bit complicated. And it’s a very sensitive question to boot. The…
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Louisiana Demand Letter Templates
When an account is unpaid and overdue, you do not want to rush into filing a lawsuit. Litigation is an expensive, and oftentimes unnecessary remedy (but, don’t let your claims prescribe). A well-drafted demand letter should be sent to non-paying parties before proceeding forward with legal action. Although it may be recommended to send a…