Workers of all classes have property rights in their work which subjects the owner to compulsory payment. This applies to Artisans, Mechanics and Materialmen, Laborers and Workers. Texas Constitution, Art. 37, Sec. 16. This secures payment by allowing foreclosure. These property interests are known as liens. There are two types of recognized liens, constitutional liens and statutory liens. There is a complex scheme in place to protect interests for both owners and workers. They are everywhere you go. The cleaners has a lien on your clothes until you pay for them. The auto repair shop typically will require payment prior to giving you the keys to your car. Workers on construction projects have a lien on the project for their wages, and so on.

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