Top 5 Takeaways from Texas Lien Law Changes

"Over the last decade of helping the AGC Houston Chapter with their mission of educating construction professionals in the Houston market, I always remind those who attend our lien classes that the Texas Legislature meets every two years and there is a possibility each time that some changes in the lien law could result. This year was one of the years we saw the Legislature make many significant changes to the lien statutes. While there were many changes, some relatively insignificant and some more significant, below are the five most significant takeaways and a piece of practical advice I give to all the participants in any lien class I teach."