The general outline for lawsuits is usually the same, and knowing that can help guide early decisions in business and legal disputes, so that litigation serves as a useful business tool, not a wilderness of confusion.
Don’t Mess With Texas Construction…Until You Know the Rules
Wise contractors will be wary of the unique Texas laws that affect them. With proper understanding and preparation, contractors can save the pain and expense of subsequent litigation.
Farewell John Hancock: The Emerging Use of Digital Signatures Archived
While the law allows electronic signatures by parties and notaries, some contracting parties may still require an original signature. Here’s a quick primer on federal, state and notary issues.
Contractors: An Ounce of Wage and Hour Prevention Is Worth a Pound of Cure
Federal wage and hour law requires employees to be paid for all hours “suffered or permitted” to work. Mitigate the risk of legal exposure to wage and hour actions by understanding obligations and having an effective compliance system.
Why Choose Binding Arbitration for a Construction Dispute?
When disagreements are serious enough that lawyers are brought in, the next step is often a lawsuit. Before heading to court, consider litigating the dispute in binding arbitration. Arbitration is private litigation, with the arbitrator having the powers of a judge and jury.
Use Technology to Prevent Labor Trafficking in Your Supply Chain
In the past, labor trafficking prevention efforts focused on audits, monitoring and labor value standards. These efforts have been met with little or no impact in disrupting labor trafficking. One of the most promising areas where solutions may be crafted is in supply chain transparency.
Employee Lawsuits Can Paint a Target on a Construction Company’s Back
A lawsuit by an employee against a company can cost time, money and productivity. Make sure supervisors follow company policies and HR and legal teams provide proper protection and training for management. More importantly, let employees know they are appreciated for their efforts.
Prepare for Construction Disputes by Planning Resolution Strategies Beforehand
While contractors expect projects with no delays and disputes, the fact is they happen frequently and require resolution involving outside parties. While any method of resolution can be messy, the more thought that is put into preparing and streamlining the process beforehand, the better the likely outcome and quicker the likely resolution.











