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...
A business partnership agreement is very important. It helps define the relationship and can even help prevent future disputes. It should be drafted at the very beginning, ideally before the business ever opens its doors. Every partnership agreement is going to be...
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’...
One issue that landlords and tenants sometimes run into is access to the property. It can often be a matter of perspective. A landlord may think that they are allowed to access the property at any time because they own it. Meanwhile, a tenant may think they should...
Filing a mechanic’s lien can be a powerful tool to secure payment for unpaid labor, materials or services on a construction project. It gives you a secured claim against the property itself, which can pressure the property owner to pay up. However, filing the lien is...
Investing in commercial real estate in Arizona offers tremendous potential, but only when you do everything right. Whether you’re purchasing a new office space, leasing retail property or expanding your investment portfolio, each transaction comes with its own set of...
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...
In some cases, rather than drafting an official contract, you may be tempted to use a handshake deal. You may trust the other party and feel that it is just faster and more efficient. For example, perhaps you run a business, and you are buying parts and supplies from...
Business partnerships often begin with a shared vision, optimism and trust. Unfortunately, not every partnership lasts. When communication breaks down or neither party can move past a disagreement, a once-promising venture can become a source of stress. Understanding...
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...