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...
Whether you work as an electrician, tile setter, mason or any other type of subcontractor, you appreciate the good relationships you have with general contractors. After all, GCs deal with clients and their concerns, leaving you free to do your job. Some GCs are slow...
It may seem that all you need to do to start working as a home improvement contractor is to have the knowledge and a willingness to go into business for yourself. However, the state imposes several regulations on this type of work to protect you, as well as...
There are multiple reasons why savvy construction contractors and subcontractors want to avoid litigation. Litigation is often an expensive and time-consuming process that takes focus away from other objectives. It can also destroy valuable business relationships. For...
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...
