Insurance & LiensQuestion 73 of 690
A subcontractor begins work on a private project on March 1. To preserve lien rights, the preliminary notice must be served by:
a.March 1
b.March 21
c.April 1
d.Within 20 days of first furnishing labor or materials
Explanation
On private works, preliminary notices must be served within 20 days of first furnishing labor, services, equipment, or materials. Serving late does not eliminate lien rights entirely but limits them to work performed within 20 days before service.
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