statutes

A type of lien that gives contractors a security interest in property until they have been paid for their work on that property.  Essentially, a mechanic's lien by another name.

Finding an expert

Originally prepared by Lucia Benabentos of the Cornell Law School Securities Law Clinic.

Experts can provide necessary information that supports claims made by either the claimant or the respondent. The decision to hire an expert depends on a number of factors: