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If a client complains about a construction defect, they might automatically assume the last people in the process were to blame. If you own a construction company, that may mean they expect you to make amends. Yet clients often do not see, understand or think about...
Contractors often take on costly projects for their clients. Most contractors are able to get the projects completed to the specifications of their clients and end up with amazing word-of-mouth referrals and happy clients. There are some instances in which things...
If you’ve discovered a defect in your home or commercial property, you might be thinking about suing the contractor or design professional responsible. But before you file a lawsuit, you need to take certain steps. Otherwise, you could run into delays or complicate...
If you are involved in the construction industry, you understand that projects have many moving parts and complex details that require careful planning and execution. Scope creep, or the gradual adjustment of a project's scope without corresponding adjustments to...
Typically, state laws begin in the legislature. If they’re passed, they then go to the governor for signature. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, however, felt so strongly that developers should be able to choose the building, environmental and safety inspectors on their...
Running a construction project is not a walk in the park, and sometimes scope creep can make it even more challenging. Scope creep, which refers to changes or additions to a project's scope beyond your control, can be managed through several strategies such as the...
Construction projects happen in phases, and those have to be carefully coordinated. Timing is always going to be essential, especially when time costs money. When a project falls out of step and the phases aren’t lining up, disputes over the delays, acceleration...
There are many specific examples of construction defects that could result in a dispute. Some are based on aesthetics, such as when a construction company installs the wrong cabinets or the wrong flooring. Others are based on safety, such as when there are structural...
Construction projects are complex endeavors that require careful planning and execution. Despite the best-laid plans, unforeseen circumstances, such as scope changes, can lead to disputes and, in some cases, litigation. Suppose this is your current predicament; it’s...
Running a construction company is, at best, challenging. No matter how skilled your workforce is, issues will inevitably arise. Being aware of the common types of problems that might occur on the job goes a long way in helping you prevent them. Unclear terms often...