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A mechanic’s lien is a powerful debt-collection tool for businesses in the construction industry. One of the requirements to file a mechanic’s lien is that you must have a written contract that is enforceable under Massachusetts law. What constitutes a contract for a mechanic’s lien? At Law Offices of Alan M.
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