Contractors base their bids on the specifics of the job. One of these is the project the client says they want done. This is known as the scope of the project, and it’s included in the contract between the contractor and client. The scope contains information about...
Construction firms and general contractors often work with subcontractors. Instead of hiring full-time employees for niche services, such as grout work or drywall finishing, hiring outside professionals on demand can be a much more cost-effective solution. However,...
Contract ambiguities are a common source of construction litigation. When the language used in a contract leaves too much open to interpretation, it can be read or understood in more than one way. In construction contracts, this is often a recipe for disaster. On...
Construction work can be unpredictable. Large firms and successful professionals never know when they might have a sudden influx of projects. As such, the use of subcontractors is relatively common. Professionals and businesses hire others in the construction sector...
Being a contractor is not easy because it takes significant skill and effort to succeed in this line of work. It can also be rewarding if there is steady cash flow from clients who pay the proper amount on time. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Sometimes,...
When a contractor performs work, they expect that they will be paid in full before moving on to the next project. However, there are common reasons a contractor may not be paid as well as options to address it. Common issues Contractors may have a dispute with their...
Building any structure involves workmanship and skill. It is impossible to complete a construction project perfectly. Perfection is not the legal standard of measurement in construction in New York. Instead, the legal standard is the ordinary and reasonable skill...
If something goes awry during a construction project and damage occurs to a neighbor's property, you could be liable. The neighbor may decide to file a lawsuit against you to recoup costs for repairs and other expenses. The situation will dictate who is liable. Direct...
New Jersey construction disputes arise for various reasons, and when you find yourself embroiled in one, your wallet may take a serious hit. Depending on the details surrounding your construction dispute, you may want to try to resolve it through alternative methods...
Dealing with a construction dispute may be a fraught situation for your company and your bottom line. Generally, litigation is expensive and may take up a lot of your valuable time. Plus, it has the potential to ruin worthwhile business relationships. In some...
