How making your design team a more valuable part of your design/build company can... More
As a contractor, you have a 1 in 4 chance that a lawsuit will be filed against you. More
Most construction projects have a specific time frame, and if completion is delayed, they look to the contract for recourse. More
Can a mistake related to a contract be corrected? It depends on who makes the error and how it affects the agreement. More
Attorney Patrick Barthet clarifies the requirements for filing a mechanic's lien based on a recent court case. More
Instead of bearing on traditional footings, the outer edge of this deck hangs from... More
Putting everything in writing, from scope to payment schedule, helps make expectations clear More
Effective July 1, 2009, the state of Pennsylvania will require a written contract for nearly every construction task in or around a residence — even minor repair work like repainting or reroofing. More
The sudden popularity of all things green is exposing builders — whether they know it or not — to new legal risks. There are risks associated with drafting the contract, navigating the permit approval process, and resolving disputes over projects that fail to achieve their sustainability goals. More
