From the Ground Up: Six Must-Haves for Starting a New Construction Company
When starting a construction company, there are six things to have in place. Read about them here.
The COVID-19 Pandemic: How Contractors Can Address Potential Liabilities
The coronavirus presents significant risks and potential losses and liabilities to contractors. Clear minds, common goals and an esprit de corps among project stakeholders can help everyone survive.
How to Prepare for Potential Construction Disputes Resulting From COVID-19
Stakeholders in the construction process need to prepare for potential disputes and understand their rights and responsibilities. This includes understanding applicable clauses in construction contracts and subcontractor agreements as well as business interruption clauses and other provisions in insurance contracts.
Best Practices for Avoiding Payment Disputes in Commercial Tenant Improvement Contracts
Following essential business practices when drafting commercial tenant improvement contracts can help contractors stay on schedule and manage the client’s expectations.
Representations and Certifications: Implementing Processes to Protect Executives and the Company
The many representations and certifications contractors must adhere to have legal consequences. Inaccurate or incomplete representations can impair the validity of the contract.
Crossing the Line: Contractor Liability and Mechanic’s Liens
Each jurisdiction has its own rules for filing liens. General or subcontractors should confirm they have the right to record a lien, verify the information in the lien and know applicable laws.
Uniformity in Florida’s Construction Bond Laws Brings About Fairness for the Industry
More consistency among Florida laws should benefit contractors, as well as lower-tiered subcontractors and suppliers.
General Indemnity Agreements: Can the “Impenetrable” Be Breached?
General contractors should be aware of obligations under the general indemnity agreement when making a claim on a surety bond, and acknowledge their obligation to repay the surety.
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