As a business owner, you need things done in a timely manner. When you hire a contractor to remodel or build for your business, you need the project completed by the deadline. Your company can lose money if things aren't finished when they are supposed to be. This is...
Construction Law
Clauses in construction contracts must be read carefully
Construction projects are governed by the expectations of the project that were set when the bid was made. Almost all contractors will have the person sign a contract before embarking on the building. This outlines everything from the terms of the project to the...
Breach of contract is serious in construction projects
Construction law encompasses a lot of different areas. It can cover a case in which the contractor did a shoddy job constructing a building and now there are issues. A contractor not following the plans for a job can also fall under this umbrella. In many of these...
How to avoid subcontractor default
When hiring a subcontractor, you assume that the person will do whatever it takes to provide a high level of service.Unfortunately, there are times when this doesn't happen. Instead, things don't work out with the subcontractor, thus leading to default. While there's...
Environmental concerns halt oil pipeline in Louisiana
Environmental concerns and construction projects are often intertwined these days -- and legal issues often erupt when a project puts the natural environment around it at risk. Contractors who fail to appreciate the sincerity and resources of those people who are...