Nevada Proposes to Amend Mechanics’ and Materialmen’s Lien Law

NV Attempts to Strengthen Mechanic’s Lien Laws Several changes are pending with the Nevada Materialman’s and Mechanic’s Lien Law. The changes appear to be headed for confirmation by the end of the legislative session. The proposed amendments to the current lien law are outlined below. The changes severely increase the liability of contractors, while removing […]

Nevada Supreme Court Decides Mechanics Lien Priority Issues

Priority issues relating to mechanics liens can be confusing, to say the least. While statutes generally address these issues, and courts attempt to clear up any ambiguities, new uncontemplated circumstances arise on a daily basis, resulting in in ever more confusion. In 2011, the Nevada Supreme Court tackled yet another of these novel issues, hearing […]