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A well-drafted contract is better than winning a lawsuit. Having good relations with your business and construction partners is always better than going through legal fights. Clear and simple language in your contracts can help avoid expensive court cases. Here are...
When a construction dispute arises, the terms of your contract may require you to resolve the matter through arbitration. Here, your dispute is heard by one or more arbitrators who will render a decision that’s binding on the parties. While arbitration can be...
As someone working in the construction industry, you are no stranger to contracts. But are you aware of all the terms you are agreeing to when you sign on it? Consider this scenario: You sign an agreement incorporating "all applicable building codes and regulations"...
In the construction industry, timely payment is crucial to keeping projects on track and ensuring the financial health of your business. Delays in payment can have a ripple effect, causing project delays, cash flow problems and even putting entire businesses at risk....
There are many moving parts and parties in a construction project. Each of them has specific roles and responsibilities to play. When a warranty claim arises, understanding how subcontractor agreements affect your liability is crucial for minimizing financial and...
One of the most pressing issues a property owner can face is a construction lien. A lien can significantly impact a property’s value and the owner’s ability to sell or refinance it. However, a property owner facing a lien is not without recourse. If a contractor or...
Florida's real estate market has had some major shakeups in recent years, but you might not know it if you looked only at the pace of construction in the state. The residential market has dealt with rising interest rates and a worsening insurance crisis, but meanwhile...
Disputes in construction projects can be costly and time-consuming. They can be minor clashes or major disagreements that can stall projects and strain business relationships. One way to manage disputes is by adding dispute resolution clauses to construction...
Construction disputes can be costly and lead to significant delays. The longer it takes to hash out these issues, the more you and the other party might lose out. In many instances all parties just want to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. In those...
Good contracts increase the chance of a successful construction project. You put a lot of time and effort into your contract language to ensure you are protected in the event of a dispute. As you negotiate and draft your contracts, you wonder if you need an...