Securing a Claim for Stolen Funds: Certificate of Pending Litigation

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Certificates of Pending Litigation (CPLs) are instruments that get registered on title to real property which effectively preclude an owner of a property from placing other charges on title or otherwise selling or transferring any interest in a property.

Builders Liens: Use it or Lose it

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Case law has continuously recognized that builders liens and all related rights flowing therefrom collectively form a draconian regime which can significantly encumber and restrict the use of real property. To strike a balance, the Builders Lien Act (the BLA) forces lien claimants to pursue their actions in a timely manner and strictly adhere to the requirements of the BLA.

Getting Rid of Useless Charges On Title

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Encumbrances on title to a real property can significantly affect the fair market value and use that can be made of a property. When encumbrances no longer serve their purpose and/or too significantly burden a property, landowners will often look to cancel the encumbrance.