In this article, our Aurora mechanics liens attorneys explain the purpose of mechanic liens. Mechanic liens are to ensure that contractors and subcontractors who provide labor, materials, or machinery to improve real estate receive payment for their services and materials. Mechanics liens are available to subcontractors on public construction projects as well as private projects. Liens on private property are placed on the real estate itself, a lien on a public project is placed on the amounts due to the general contractor from the governmental organization in question. We at O'Flaherty Law Aurora have dedicated attorneys ready to represent you and help you understand the complex inter-workings of mechanic liens better.

In this episode, our Aurora mechanics liens attorneys provide information regarding defense against contractor and subcontractor mechanic liens in Illinois. Important things to question are Is the claimant a contractor or subcontractor?, What is in the contract?, and Did the Lien Claimant Finish The Project?. At O'Flaherty Law Aurora, we recognize there can be a ton of questions surrounding mechanics liens. This is why we want to encourage you to reach out for any and all questions and cases regarding mechanics liens so that our experienced teams of attorneys can help you succeed and understand your legal needs.

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In this video, our Aurora mechanics liens attorneys explain general contractor agreements in construction. General contractor agreements for construction projects have some provisions that are subject to negotiation between the owner and the general contractor based on the specifics of the project and the relative negotiating power of each party. Listen for the explanation of the most important clauses in general contractor agreements for construction projects. We also discuss the purpose of each clause as well as negotiation considerations between the owner and the general contractor. ​

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