Construction Litigation

Louisiana Revised Statute §9:2779 provides that with respect to construction contracts when one of the parties is domiciled in Louisiana and the work is to be […]

Materialmen’s Privilege Under the Louisiana Public Works Act, the definition of “Claimant” includes any person to whom money is due pursuant to a contract with the […]

Supplier’s Rights Under the Private Works Act, suppliers are included in the list of persons that have a privilege on an immovable to secure “the price […]

Collecting payments from contractors can be frustrating. Contractors generally won’t pay their subcontractors until they have been paid by the owner or are reassured payment is […]

The Louisiana legislature has updated Louisiana lien laws by passing HB 203.  While most changes won’t take place until the new year, several changes take place […]

Louisiana Revised Statute §9:2779 provides that with respect to construction contracts when one of the parties is domiciled in Louisiana and the work is to be […]

Introduction In Louisiana, liens are an effective tool to collect monies owed, but they can also cause massive headaches for both the lienholder who improperly files […]

Introduction In Louisiana, liens are among the most effective ways for a contractor to get paid.  The Louisiana Private Works Act allows an unpaid contractor, subcontractor, […]

Introduction If you are a business owner, the benefits of labeling a potential employee as an independent contractor are easily known, from reduced payroll taxes to […]