Legal and Regulatory
Negotiating a Construction Contract: Clauses, Changes and Delays
Beginning with a sound construction contract can have a significant impact on a firm’s profit, loss, reputation and overall ability to manage a project. Understanding the impact of project delays and changes to a contract can help contractors navigate risks and adjust bids to more accurately account for unknown contingencies or claims.
By Stephanie Hayes Cook
August 2, 2017
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Legal and Regulatory
by Stephanie Hayes Cook
Stephanie Hayes Cook is a senior counsel in the Austin, Texas, office of Andrews Myers P.C. She has more than 18 years of experience in business, bankruptcy and commercial and construction law. She has handled complex matters in state and federal courts related to construction defects, delay and acceleration claims, breach of contract, mechanic’s liens, performance and payment bonds, termination and more.
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