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Not Just An Old Wives’ Tale: Negotiating “Paid In Full” Check Binds Contractor

Best Practices Construction Law

Under Mississippi law, despite what the parties may argue was their intent, cashing a check marked “final payment” constitutes an accord-and-satisfaction agreement, which precludes that party from bringing future claims for additional payment. The court disagreed. The “paid in full” principle is not just an old wives’ tale.

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How to File a Lawsuit After an Injury At a Construction Site?

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Help with negotiations This can be difficult, as insurance companies are often reluctant to pay large settlements. An experienced attorney will know how to negotiate with insurance companies and fight for the best possible settlement for you. Not getting a written fee agreement from the lawyer you hire.

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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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The practice dates back to the 1840s, dreamed up as a measure to reduce the owner’s risk and ensure that the project is fully completed according to the job specifications. Retainage is up for negotiation Retainage is not set in stone. It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties.

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Construction Law: April 2024

Construction Law

The government’s own net zero carbon targets are at risk if the speed of delivery of investments isn’t increased. Termination Termination: fortune may favour the brave (and well-prepared) Termination of contracts is on the rise, even though it is still regarded as a last resort, one that carries risks.

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Who Assumes the Risk of Material Cost Increases? As Always, It Depends!

Best Practices Construction Law

When a client asks me about a particular contract provision and why it is “unfair” or “uneven”, we began a discussion about risk allocation. You see, the contract is used to shift the various risks on the project to the party most appropriate to handle it. What about the risk of escalation in material costs?

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Test the Bounds of Job Order Contracting?

Job Order Contracting

Most contractors have heard of design-bid-build, design-build, construction manager at risk, and even public private partnerships, various project delivery methods, which, at their heart, focus on balancing the interests of the various parties involved in a construction project, from owners, to design professionals, to contractors.

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IPD and Lean, A Marriage Made in Heaven

Lean Construction

A recently completed research report studies ten projects that all used multiparty agreements and Lean practices. IPD is sometimes seen as onerous and complex because it demands that owners and project teams negotiate contract terms such as the shared risk/reward pool and terms of fiscal transparency. The conclusion?