Lets Build

JUNE 6, 2017

Legal Risks. Hiring a strong legal team , if your budget allows it, should always be a priority. Make sure that you have all the necessary resources and legal documents. Read below the main actions that you could take when dealing with risk in construction: Take no risk. Risks Connected to the Natural Environment.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 27, 2022

Whether the lumber is commercial or residential, a flatbed is a great option because not only can it handle the massive weight load that lumber requires, but a flatbed can also deal with the irregular shapes that you encounter when hauling trees. The potential for the amount of weight that can be moved is tremendous!

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

Legal scholars can have at it. LEED Certification Agreement has a mandatory arbitration provision. And such is a big deal in this consideration when the Department of Defense is the largest owner of green buildings. The purpose of the blog post is not to argue whether or not arbitration works as well or better than litigation.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

While the legal issue focused on the County’s right rely on the defense of sovereign immunity, the Contractor’s (and it expert’s) characterization of the damages was critical to the outcome of the case. The County entered into an agreement with the Contractor to expand a three-mile stretch of road. In County of Galveston v.

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Constructlaw

APRIL 6, 2023

These transactions and business dealings often give rise to disputes that are commonly resolved through international arbitration. While this guide is not a substitute for specialized legal advice, it offers practical guidance on some of the most salient features of international arbitration. Read the full guide here.

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Construction Law Monitor

MAY 14, 2014

Although the names are similar the legal implications are significantly different. Lastly, its a directive given by the owner when time and/or cost are not in agreement. Basically this is an order to do something even though there is no agreement as to timing and/or price. at DictionaryOfConstruction.com. Related articles.

Change Orders 66

Change Orders Construction Documentation Risk 66

Construction Lawyer

JULY 22, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Watch for Bank Shield Laws in Dealing with Lenders.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 1, 2012

White House, Congressional Leaders Strike Deal on Budget. Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption. Economic Stimulus. Associations. Washington Observer. Economic Stimulus. Product Snapshot. Interviews. People on the Move. Obituaries. Multimedia. Annual Photo Contest. ENR Southeast. Format: HTML.

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Budgeting Budget Deals Housing 44

Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 6, 2012

I deal with these rules daily but this client’s issue helped to refresh me. If a contractor is not properly licensed to be a home improvement contractor, and that contractor is not paid on the home improvement project, that contractor is legally prohibited from filing a lien on the project! ( See La R.S.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Each community and asset in your portfolio requires diligence, legal paperwork, and closing documents. Deal Prep for M&A. Deal Prep for M&A. Valuation and deal preparation in the M&A process takes about 45 days total. Who is buying your company? Certain buyers take longer than others to get to closing.

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Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 28, 2015

In the legal world, words have meaning. Not to say that words have any less meaning in the non-legal world, but sometimes you can get tricked up in your correspondence, notice letters, claims or otherwise when you use the wrong work. This Agreement becomes a part of the Contract when properly executed and approved.

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Construction Law Monitor

MAY 15, 2014

Although the names are similar the legal implications are significantly different. Lastly, its a directive given by the owner when time and/or cost are not in agreement. Basically this is an order to do something even though there is no agreement as to timing and/or price. at DictionaryOfConstruction.com. Related articles.

Change Orders 64

Change Orders Construction Documentation Risk 64

PSMJ Resources

JANUARY 2, 2013

Buyers should expect that they will approach many sellers and initiate deals that may go nowhere. Sellers need to understand that even if you have found the "perfect" firm, reaching an agreement with the first qualified buyer you meet is rare. Get all of your financial and legal ducks in a row. Don't forget about taxes.

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Lets Build

MAY 18, 2017

Disputes over insurance agreements can be, for example, one of those reasons. A precise description of each individual’s rights and responsibilities on the contract is the best way to deal with such people. The main difference, in this case, is that the arbitrator has the power to come up with a solution that has legal binding power.

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Construction Law Monitor

AUGUST 24, 2012

I recently found a good article on JDSupra.com , always a great source for solid legal content, regarding California Senate Bill 474. This new Bill, allows for subs to enter into subcontract agreements with general contractors and then after-the-fact afford the sub protections because the general contractor had a well written contract.

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Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

When a property owner files an insurance claim to cover a restoration or roofing project, the owner typically deals directly with the insurance company. Contractors often wish they could simply deal with the insurance company directly through an assignment of benefits. The AOB agreements need to be in writing.

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Help Everybody Everyday

MARCH 6, 2009

Contracts are an agreement signed by your firm and a client that sets the rules for the work to be done. Deal Breakers. Better to Avoid, but Don’t Lose a Good Deal. Chris Hill is a lawyer at the Richmond, VA firm, DurretteBradshaw, PLC, and member of Virginia’s Legal Elite in Construction Law.

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Contract Claims Legal Lien 48

Lets Build

MAY 7, 2020

Legally, the term variation refers to an agreement supported by consideration to alter some terms of the contract. The information collected here is important in the effort to link the change to a specific contract, especially when dealing with large commercial projects or with government projects. Contractor name and address.

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Change Orders Construction Contract Schedule 141

Contractor Connection

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Whether dealing with everyday commercial claims or major disasters, MRPs connect property owners with vetted contractors for efficient and accurate restoration. However, they may lack critical information about a contractors financial stability, legal history or performance track record.

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Commercial Claims Management Insurance 52

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Navigating procurement and contract regulations is crucial for businesses aiming to secure service contracts, especially when dealing with government entities or large organizations. Procurement regulations govern how public and private entities acquire services, and failing to comply can result in disqualification or legal consequences.

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Procurement Regulation Contract Bidding 52

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Rebekah Schranck, AIA Contractors Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Building Owners Construction Administration presents its fair share of challenges in the architectural industry, from managing clients' change of heart in the midst of construction to dealing with contractors that are reluctant to revise their work.

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Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Construction Marketing Ideas

DECEMBER 20, 2012

In my opinion, the best “employees” are not actually employees (both in the legal and practical sense). We almost got caught by this one, and averted another crisis with a Tim Hortons parking lot deal and a one-line email. While the legalities were that I might have had a case in defence, she hired a lawyer.

Employment 54

Employment Legal Commissioning Contract 54

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 31, 2016

Today, one of my legal alerts pointed me to one such case dealing with delay damages and disruption damages. While the legal issue focused on the County’s right rely on the defense of sovereign immunity, the Contractor’s (and it expert’s) characterization of the damages was critical to the outcome of the case.

Claims 48

Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 48

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 17, 2021

The appellate court disagreed and held that the contractor’s proposal, which was signed by the owner, was an unqualified acceptance of the parties’ agreement. Whether you are dealing with a commercial or residential project and whether you are a contractor or owner, this case illustrates a few important concepts.

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PSMJ Resources

AUGUST 13, 2012

Understand the Deal. related to becoming a Principal such as the Shareholder Agreement, Deferred Compensation Agreement, Buy-Sell agreement, Company By-Laws, Articles of Incorporation, Board Minutes, Budgets, business plans, strategic plans, and Annual Reports from the past several years. Read closely all documents.

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Equity Compensation Resource Agreement 54

Levelset

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

How to deal with higher labor costs. Apprentice wages are set by the apprenticeship program agreement and are to be paid accordingly on all projects. Make sure you’re always keeping good records: You’ll have to have the paperwork to back up any legal claims. On-demand legal help you can afford. Learn more.

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Minnesota Contractors Cash Flow Finance 52

Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

This construction application deals with square footage concerning any project and offers a instant estimate of the total materials (drywall, decks, fencing, gravel, concrete, flooring and paint etc.) The application includes pre-written information useful for creating legal contract. It can be customized for any contract agreement.

Project Management 45

Project Management Management Construction Estimating 45

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 11, 2013

Labor and employment laws regularly intersect with the construction industry—whether you are dealing with employment issues such as the hiring and firing of employees, compliance with state and federal E-Verify requirements , or applicability of project labor agreements on a project.

News 48

News United States Employment Security 48

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 14, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. 2012), dealing with the recovery of extras.  The

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Given the amount of leftover Halloween candy in our house, you bet that I can make some deals with my kiddos: “If you do this, I will give you some candy” … or … “If you don’t stop doing this … I won’t give you any candy.” In J&K Tile Company v. Wright & Morrisey, Inc. ,

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Vermont Lien Claims Negotiation 54

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The VOB, comprising three parts, establishes the legal framework for construction contracts in Germany. The first part addresses general contractual terms, the second part deals with technical specifications, and the third part covers dispute resolution. Key documentation includes: 1.

Contract 52

Contract Construction Documentation Project Management 52

Constructlaw

JUNE 17, 2022

Dream Finders Homes claimed that Weyerhaeuser misrepresented the nature of the joists and claimed remediation costs and legal expenses. In other words, Weyerhaeuser and Dream Finders Homes entered a distribution agreement, a general terms agreement, stand-alone warranties, and invoices.

Colorado 52

Colorado Tennessee Claims Contract 52

Construction Lawyer

JULY 22, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Watch for Bank Shield Laws in Dealing with Lenders » July 22, 2005.

Illinois 40

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 11, 2020

Although the contractor and supplier had reached a settlement agreement for less than the disputed amount, ultimately the contractor did not pay the supplier the settlement payment. The original complaint to the Board had been filed by a supplier who had not been paid approximately $13,000 for materials on a commercial project.

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Mississippi Contractors Contract Certification 62

Revit OpEd

JULY 17, 2013

Obviously I''ll deal with this outside of this blog. We have attached a Fair Use Agreement for you to review. Autodesk Legal To close this post, in my view, there is nothing that prevents Autodesk from granting me permission to use their trademark in my domain name, other than a willingness to do so.

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Construction Lawyer

JULY 22, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. « Watch for Bank Shield Laws in Dealing with Lenders | Main.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 31, 2021

​The time-honored method for parties to signify their agreement to a contract – a signature on a piece of paper – has had to adapt to the digital age, and the law has adapted with it. Electronic signatures were declared valid in New Hampshire in 2001 with the enactment of the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, RSA 294-E.

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