Construction delays can quickly increase costs and disrupt a project's schedule. Yes, Arizona contractors may recover compensation when a property owner's actions cause project delays, but recovery depends on the construction contract and the facts of the situation....
Punctual payment is the lifeblood of any construction business. In Arizona, the Prompt Pay Act sets deadlines and rules to help money move smoothly from owners to contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. As a contractor, following these rules is a good business...
Contracts are crucial in construction projects. They accurately define everyone’s rights and responsibilities, the scope of work, risk allocation, payment terms and dispute resolution. However, various factors determine whether or not a contract will be effective. One...
Construction projects often involve multiple parties working closely together to complete a job. When payment disputes arise, the consequences can affect everyone involved, from contractors to property owners. Unexpected legal issues can create delays, financial...
Late payments and unpaid construction invoices can create serious financial problems for contractors and subcontractors. Delayed payments may affect payroll, materials, scheduling and the overall stability of a construction project. Arizona construction laws provide...
When a contract goes entirely unfulfilled, it clearly has the potential to cause financial harm. For example, say that a roofing company puts in an order for materials and supplies, and then sets up jobs in anticipation of having received that delivery. If the...
Contractors do not always leave behind a clean, finished project. Sometimes, they leave silence, unanswered calls and a job site that suddenly goes still. For property owners, that moment can feel like everything is up in the air. Deadlines slip by, costs rise and...
Contractors realize that the success of their businesses rests on customer satisfaction. Certainly, pleasing clients should be high on any contractor’s list of priorities. However, getting caught up in pleasing clients can inexorably chip away at the contractors’...
When you are involved in a construction project, you will be required to sign a contract, whether you are the project owner, general contractor, subcontractor or supplier. Before signing it, you can negotiate its terms. Below are two terms in a construction contract...
Contract violations and unmet expectations are frequently the underlying causes of construction litigation. Clients disappointed by the finished product may take legal action against construction companies or professionals seeking corrections to the work performed or...