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Mechanic’s Liens – Nuts and Bolts

June 6, 2022October 1, 2014 by Tasha Power

The Mechanic’s Lien process in Colorado is governed by statute, namely, C.R.S. § 38-22-101, et seq. One key issue to be aware of is that the Mechanic’s Lien process is extremely deadline intensive. Missing a deadline by just a day can void a contractor’s lien rights. Below is a general overview of this statutory and … Continue Reading

Collection Tools For Builders

August 25, 2015December 1, 2008 by Jon Goodman

In the late 1980’s, the Colorado building community suffered through a bust. In many situations, contractors allowed their account receivables to mount in mistaken reliance upon the perceived strength of their mechanic’s lien rights. Though mechanic’s liens can be tremendously powerful weapons in the collection battle, they are not all powerful. A sound account … Continue Reading