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...
Construction Litigation
What happens if a general contractor refuses to pay you?
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...
Do you have to register as a home improvement contractor?
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...
What is a pre-mediation contract?
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...
The economic loss doctrine in construction claims
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...
Liquidated damages in construction 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...
How to avoid the top 12 drivers of construction disputes?
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...
3 tips for dealing with construction disputes
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...
How may environmental concerns delay or halt construction?
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...
Do you need to take your case to court immediately?
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...