Stake Your Claim With the 2006 Edition
of Lien & Bond Claims in the 50 States
by David Mendes

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Construction subcontractors that regularly perform work in more than one state know how difficult it is to stay on top of various mechanic's lien and payment bond filing requirements. Because of nuances in state laws, claims procedures and deadlines vary widely. One handy reference provides subcontractors with current, critical information for filing claims - no matter where in the United States they do business: the Foundation of the American Subcontractors Association's (FASA) 2006 edition of Lien & Bond Claims in the 50 States.

Probably no attorney in the United States would claim to be an expert on the mechanic's lien laws of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nevertheless, courts generally require strict compliance with applicable lien statutes if a lien is to be valid. And just as lien laws vary, statutes governing bond claims on public work also vary from state to state, and require strict compliance. "Substantial compliance" won't do.

The updated 2006 edition of FASA's Lien & Bond Claims in the 50 States CD-ROM gives subcontractors a solution with: the latest lien claim requirements for each state; critical filing deadlines; legal requirements for executing bond claims; and exceptions to claims procedures.

This easy-to-use CD-ROM divides the various lien and bond requirements for each state and the District of Columbia by public and private work, putting lien laws and bond requirements right at the reader's fingertips. It also explains various legal requirements for executing bond claims, and contains information about whom to notify of claims, critical deadlines for filing paperwork, and an appendix featuring a chart of legal citations.

Lien & Bond Claims in the 50 States is $42 for members of the American Subcontractors Association and $50 for nonmembers. Order this reference online through FASA's Contractors' Knowledge Depot at www.contractorsknowledgenetwork.org or call toll-free 1-888-374-3133.

FASA was established in 1987 as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity to support research, education and public awareness. Through its Contractors' Knowledge Network, FASA is committed to forging and exploring the critical issues shaping subcontractors and specialty trade contractors in the construction industry. FASA provides subcontractors and specialty trade contractors with the tools, techniques, practices, attitude and confidence they need to thrive and excel in the construction industry.

Media contacts: Call (703) 684-3450, Ext. 1335, for a review copy of the CD-ROM.