Construction company owners often find themselves involved in disputes over alleged defects. The client wants something to be changed or fixed, and they don’t believe they got what they paid for. Maybe they think that the contractor was negligent or made clear...
Construction Law
What to know about lien for labor in Arizona
Different parties are involved in a construction project. These include the contractor, subcontractor, suppliers and so on. And these parties should be paid. If anyone is not paid for their service, they can foreclose the property to receive compensation. This is...
Construction defect drama: A survival guide for subcontractors
Being a subcontractor is tough. You are responsible for delivering quality work on time and within budget while juggling the demands of multiple projects and clients. But what happens when something goes wrong, and the finger of blame for construction defects points...
Why performance and payment bonds are required on public projects
Federal and state laws require contractors to get performance and payment bonds if they want to work on a public project. They must be able to qualify to get these bonds from authorized surety companies in order to be awarded such a contract. The purpose of the bonds...
What are mechanics’ liens?
A mechanic’s lien is a payment claim that construction contractors can place on a property to help ensure they get paid for their work. It’s a crucial component of the construction industry that can protect the rights and interests of those involved in building...
How is a latent defect different?
In the construction industry, disputes will often happen due to perceived defects. The client will be unhappy because the construction has not been done up to their standards. These defects may mean that the building is unusable, unsafe, or simply not what the client...
When should construction companies keep a lawyer on retainer?
It is rare today to find someone in the construction field who has never faced any legal issues. It can seem like someone is always waiting in the wings to single out contractors for some perceived wrong. You should have measures in place to help shield you from legal...
3 tips for managing subcontractors
General contractors can only do so much, especially when time is limited. With most projects, they need to work with subcontractors to carry out specialized tasks. However, for a project to be successful, as a contractor, you should manage the companies or individuals...
3 tips to reduce disputes with material suppliers
Construction is one of the largest fields in Arizona and countrywide, as it creates employment for many people. For a project to be complete, different parties are involved – among them are contractors and material suppliers. A contractor depends on suppliers to...
The pros and cons of digital workflows for contractors
Utilizing the latest technology can improve construction operations, maximize resources, and lower the stress levels of everyone involved with a project. However, it’s important to think critically before committing to using any form of new technology. If tech is...