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Construction work relies heavily on fulfilling a professional's duties in a contract. In New Jersey, the economic loss rule states the extent to which clients can sue contractors who commit negligence. This rule is common in the construction industry where contracts...
In New Jersey and other states that are known for construction, it is important to understand what liquidated damages are and what their role is in contracts. They are key to the planning and budgeting of construction contracts. Liquidation damages Liquidation damages...
The primary cause of construction claims and disputes is design problems. Construction projects are prone to more unforeseen physical conditions and deficiencies in workmanship. Tight timetables increase design problems with projects in Roseland, New Jersey. People...
Construction contractors in New York are involved in some of the most complex business negotiations of any industry. The construction of a building involves dozens of professionals, months of planning and close attention to local zoning laws and regulations. When...
Construction projects that change a land's zoning code may run into delays when residents challenge the local board's approval. As noted by the American Bar Association, individuals may file a lawsuit against the local zoning board to contest its decision. The court...
Getting into a dispute while working on a construction project can feel scary. After all, you are often working with high stakes. Construction projects are costly, and it takes a lot of time and effort to organize every involved party. Thus, the idea of litigating a...
If you own a construction company, you know that contract disputes are the norm. They will surface at some point, especially if you have multiple projects underway. A 2018 report indicates that contract disputes are not going away but rather, are becoming more...
If you own a successful construction company, it is likely that litigation is only a matter of time. However, litigation is an expensive undertaking, so if you must litigate you want to make sure that you are going into the courtroom with the greatest chances of...
When you come up against a dispute in the industry, you may wonder what your options are. There are many different methods of handling disputes. Likewise, there are many different types of disputes you may go through. What works for one situation may not work for all....
Arbitration is a popular way to avoid outright litigation in construction disputes. According to FindLaw, arbitration is similar to litigation, but it is often much cheaper and more streamlined. What is arbitration? With arbitration, the parties either hire a single...
