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Stop Payment Notices
Helping subcontractors receive the payments they work so hard to earn
Stop Payment Notices Attorneys In Laguna Hills, California
What Are Stop Payment Notices?
Stop payment notices (stop notices) notify property owners, general contractors, or lenders that a claimant (usually a subcontractor) has not received payment for the services they have rendered or the materials or equipment they have provided to use on a construction project. These notices stop funding for the project until the subcontractor has received the funds the other party owes. If you think that a stop payment notice might be the best choice for a non-payment situation you or your company face, our team of construction law attorneys can help. Contact us today to learn more.
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How Do Stop Payment Notices Work?
Stop payment notices, like bond claims and mechanics’ liens, help hard-working people in the construction industry fight against general contractors or others who refuse to pay them for goods or services. However, unlike a mechanic’s lien, a stop payment notice does not involve the property itself — only the funds the other party owes you. Unfortunately, not every state has stop notice laws, so it pays to consult a construction law attorney before you take on a job in a non-stop notice state so that you are aware of what rights you have to secure payment from general contractors or owners. If you’re unsure if a stop payment notice is your best option or need legal advice about a construction-related issue, book a consultation with one of our attorneys soon.
What Are the Requirements for Sending a Stop Payment Notice?
In most cases, you must first send the other party a preliminary notice before you send a stop payment notice. Then, your attorney can help you prepare a stop payment notice to send to the other party or parties. Stop payment notices do not require that you file paperwork in the property records, nor do they require that you wait until the project is complete. In fact, it is best to send the stop payment notice during the construction process since stop notices sent after the general contractor has been paid in full are not valid. That makes it critical to find an experienced construction law attorney who knows the industry and state stop payments law to ensure that your actions are timely and have followed the proper steps. Our construction law team can help guide you through the process. Get in touch with our team today!
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