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Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
The owner-contractor agreement contains a “no damages for delay” clause; a clause requiring that all changes be in writing before work is performed; and a clause requiring partial lien waivers and releases with each periodic payment. Ultimately, the trial court awarded the subcontractor more than $800k for its claims.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 2, 2023
Damage recovery If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover damages for your injuries. Workers’ compensation This defense says you are not entitled to sue for damages because workers’ compensation insurance covers you. Not getting a written fee agreement from the lawyer you hire.
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Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
the Court of Appeals of Mississippi held that the PAID IN FULL principle—or what lawyers know as accord and satisfaction —barred a contractor’s claim for additional payment. In Triangle Construction , the court held that the contractor’s claims against the engineer were barred by the doctrine of accord and satisfaction.
Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
The architect filed a motion for summary judgment, arguing that the general contractor’s delay claim was contractually barred by a “No Damages for Delay” clause in the contract between the general contractor and the City of Miami. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of the architect.
Constructlaw
MAY 3, 2023
Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. Many construction disputes involve aspects that may make them challenging to litigate before US or foreign courts, including: Many individual claims. Numerous individual claims.
Best Practices Construction Law
JANUARY 22, 2018
the Court of Appeals of Mississippi recently held that the PAID IN FULL principle—or what lawyers know as accord and satisfaction —barred a contractor’s claim for additional payment. In Triangle Construction , the court held that the contractor’s claims against the engineer were barred by the doctrine of accord and satisfaction.
Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Delay claims on a construction can be confusing, especially when you think about the delay to the work being performed and the disruption to other activities. Triple B Services, LLP , decided on May 26, 2016, the Court of Appeals of Texas reviewed a contractor’s claim for damages on a road expansion project. disruption distinction.
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