Book excerpt: Many experienced construction lien and bond attorneys have learned the hard way that a failure to comply with a seemingly minor requirement of a particular statute may threaten to void contractor's or supplier's rights under that statute. Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Law, Fourth Edition is the first and only in-depth state by-state guide to the law and business of construction liens and bonds. This valuable two-volume reference covers not only the legal issues but also essential instructions and unique procedures for proper filing and follow through steps. Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Law, Fourth Edition guides you through similar and contrasting requirements, both between public and private projects, within the same state and among the different states. You'll get complete coverage of: Bid bonds Payment bonds Performance bonds Mechanics' liens Forms for preserving both lien and bond rights in each of the 50 states This indispensable two-volume reference is written by leading construction lien and bond experts from each of the fifty states - as well as District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam and American Samoa. It provides authoritative coverage of mechanics' liens, payment bonds, performance bonds and bid bonds, along with comprehensive coverage of the statutes and analysis of the key cases in each state. There's even a chapter on federal payment bond law. You also get an entire section with the necessary forms for preserving liens and related payment remedies in all fifty states. Previous Edition: Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Law, Third Edition, ISBN 9781454845409