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This article is the second in a series about changes in the MCIOA. In this series of articles, we are analyzing the different provisions of SF 1750, which made numerous changes to the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act (“MCIOA”). With the exception of a few changes in definitions, which were...

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The “pay-if-paid” or “pay-when-paid” clause is frequently included in subcontracts. These clauses state that the general contractor is not required to pay the subcontractor unless and until the project owner pays the general contractor. Such provisions can be problematic to subcontractors when collection action is necessary. If the subcontractor demands...

NO MECHANICS LIEN RIGHTS? TRY A CONSTITUTIONAL LIEN Most people in the construction industry are familiar with mechanics liens. Under Minnesota law, if a contractor or material supplier is not paid for its services, it may file a lien against the real estate involved to secure payment. There are many...