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How to Serve a Miller Act Notice in Georgia: Deadline and Requirements
Updated August 2025 | All statutory references in this article reflect the Georgia Code, Title 36, Chapter 91 (2024 codification) The Miller Act is a federal law that applies to federal public projects, requiring prime contractors to furnish payment bonds for the protection of subcontractors and suppliers. At the state level, Georgia has its own […]
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Notice to Contractor and Preliminary Notice of Lien Rights in Georgia: Forms and Guide
Updated August 2025 | All statutory references in this article reflect the Georgia Code, Title 44, Chapter 14, Article 8 (2024 codification) The Notice to Contractor and the Preliminary Notice of Lien Rights are two separate tools available to construction participants in Georgia. While the statutory duty to post and record a Notice of Commencement […]
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Georgia Affidavit of Nonpayment: Template and Guide
Updated August 2025 | All statutory references in this article reflect the Georgia Code, Title 44, Chapter 14 (2024 codification) In Georgia, lien waivers are governed by statute and are automatically treated as conditional lien waivers for 90 days under O.C.G.A. § 44-14-366. After this period, they automatically convert into unconditional waivers whether or not […]
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Florida Notice of Commencement: Who Must File and When?
The Notice of Commencement is a highly important document in Florida, both for property owners and the construction professionals who work for them. Without a Notice of Commencement, property owners may end up paying their contractors and material suppliers double.
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Florida Notice to Owner: Who Are Exempted from Serving the Document?
There are five main exceptions to the Florida Notice to Owner requirement. Read on to know if you are one of the parties exempted from serving the document.
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Florida Notice of Nonpayment: Requirements and Best Practices
This guide explains the procedure for serving a Florida Notice of Nonpayment, including the best practices that can help you recover your payment successfully.
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How a Florida Bond Waiver for Progress Payment Works
This guide answers frequently asked questions about the Florida Bond Waiver for Progress Payment.
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Florida Bond Waiver for Final Payment: When to Use It
This guide discusses everything you need to know about the Florida Bond Waiver for Final Payment.
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When to Use a Florida Waiver and Release of Lien Upon Progress Payment
This guide will explain everything you need to know about the Florida Waiver and Release of Lien Upon Progress Payment.
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