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Advise & Consult: Serious, expert legal insights for the construction industry

Construction Marketing Ideas

This blog, created by a business that provides expert legal witnesses, needs to be written at the level that you would find value if you were a serious lawyer or litigant in a significant construction dispute. I’m not a lawyer, of course, and wouldn’t think of providing specific legal advice to anyone reading this blog.

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Does a Lien Affect Your Credit Score?

Levelset

There are several different types of property liens , which are legal claims against the property held by a debtor. Contractors and other businesses in the construction industry can file a mechanics lien if they aren’t paid for their work – even if they weren’t hired directly by the property owner. What is a lien?

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The First Green Building Litigation. The Rest of the Story.

Green Building Law Update

In January 2007, Southern Builders, the general contractor, commenced a mechanics lien action in the Circuit Court. Million, 23 unit luxury condominium and restaurant project in Crisfield, Maryland, called Captain’s Galley and substantially completed in 2006. And now you know the rest of the story.

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The First Green Building Litigation. The Rest of the Story.

Green Building Law Update

In January 2007, Southern Builders, the general contractor, commenced a mechanics lien action in the Circuit Court. Million, 23 unit luxury condominium and restaurant project in Crisfield, Maryland, called Captain’s Galley and substantially completed in 2006. And now you know the rest of the story.

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Seven Things to Do When an Owner Doesn’t Pay

Constructonomics

I also know that the school district won’t dissolve all of a sudden or declare bankruptcy. And don’t think you’ll get legal fees in a settlement – it just won’t happen. Things like this are only going to make the situation worse and could put you in legal trouble as well. So play it cool.

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5 Success Factors for Construction Firms

Construction Marketing

Architects are designing smart structures, including components with which contractors have had minimal experience. It is not unheard of for a construction firm to face bankruptcy and fail because of a lawsuit. Benefit: Documentation builds your defense, but avoiding all together avoids costly legal fees. Avoid Litigation.

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Transforming Construction Payments: Autodesk's Strategic Move with Payapps Acquisition 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Despite this, both general contractors and subcontractors struggle with the complexities of the payment process and face significant cash flow obstacles. Time and time again, I hear about contractors’ frustrations and struggles with late payments and cash flow and how it negatively impacts their businesses. Increasing financial risk.