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Word to the Wise for Contractors: Don’t Forget Required Disclosure Statements

Aug 7, 2017 Construction Law
Disclosure Statements

Construction Law Attorneys Serving Contractors in the Tacoma, WA Area Most Washington State residential and commercial contractors take great pride in their level of service and workmanship. They work with the best materials available and, in doing so, add...

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Should Construction Disputes Be Mediated?

May 25, 2017 Construction Law
construction worker

Constrcution Law and Mediation Attorneys Serving the State of Washington Within Washington State’s construction world, there is all too often a “battle of the forms.” Owners and developers present the contractor with long, complicated contracts that are typically too...

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Defective Construction Notice Attorney

Jul 9, 2014 Construction Law

What does a contractor or construction professional have to do in order to be given notice and an opportunity to inspect, repair, compromise or dispute a claim prior to being sued? Upon entering into a contract for the sale,...

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Does a contractor have the right to cure if the customer/owner has a complaint about the work?

Jun 25, 2014 Construction Law

No. However, before bringing a lawsuit against a contractor or construction professional for construction defects, Washington law requires the customer/owner to provide written notice of any alleged construction defects at least forty-five (45) days prior to commencing suit. Within...

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What sort of warranty obligations do I have as a contractor under Washington law?

Apr 22, 2014 Construction Law

Washington law imposes an implied warranty of habitability on new home builders. The warranty generally exists between the home builder-vendor and the original purchaser of a new home. To violate the warranty, the defects must be so substantial as...

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Are there any other construction project posting requirements?

Feb 28, 2014 Construction Law

Yes. For example, for any construction project costing more than $5,000, the prime contractor is required to post at the project for the duration of the project a notice containing: 1. the legal description or tax parcel number, and...

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What if the Claim of Lien is filed without having first provided a required Notice to Owner or Notice to Customer, if it is filed more than 90 days after the last day of work, or if the amount stated in the Claim of Lien exceeds what is actually owed?

Jan 22, 2014 Construction Law

If the Claim of Lien was frivolous and made without reasonable cause (as determined by the court), or was excessive, a summary procedure allows the property owner to have the lien removed or reduced. Under such circumstances the lien...

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How long is my claim of lien effective?

Dec 11, 2013 Construction Law

A claim of lien is good for eight (8) months from the date of recording/filing with the county auditor. To preserve its lien rights, a lien claimant must commence an action to foreclose on the lien prior to the...

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What property is subject to the lien?

Nov 26, 2013 Construction Law

The piece of land that was improved is subject to the lien. But the lien only extends to the interest in the land held by the person who authorized the work. So if a tenant orders work, in many...

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Are there time limits on when I can file and serve a lien?

Nov 11, 2013 Business Law, Construction Law

A claim of lien can only be filed within ninety (90) days of the last day the lien claimant provided labor, professional services, material, or equipment, or the last day employee benefit contributions were due. Liens filed after that...

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