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Slow as a Turtle? “No Damages For Delay” Clause Inapplicable to Contractor’s Claim Against Architect

Best Practices Construction Law

When the construction project was delayed, the general contractor filed suit against the numerous designers, architects, engineers and subconsultants. The clause read as follows: No claim for damages or any claim, other than for an extension of time, shall be made or asserted against City by reason of any delays except as provided herein.

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No Damages for Delay: What It Means and What Can You Do

Best Practices Construction Law

Dormitory Authority of State of New York , appellate court enforced a no-damages-for delay clause against a contractor, rejecting a $10m delay claim. there were many design changes that were not communicated to other contractors, which caused delays. In the recent case of Plato General Construction v. ” * * * * * *.

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Job Order Contract Execution Guide – Sample Template

Job Order Contracting

administration of the Job Order Contract (JOC), a Contract designed to provide the ORGANIZATION NAME with a flexible and responsive contractual capability in support of their renovation, repair, and minor new construction services needs. These negotiations must precede the JO award/approval and are not allowed on a Change Order basis.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. Get Organized - Pick a company name that says something about what you are doing.

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New Contractor Business Start Up

Contractor Bookkeeping

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. Get Organized - Pick a company name that says something about what you are doing.

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We Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Get Organized - We strongly recommend a Subchapter S-Corp for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice.

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BIM IP

Building Information Management

Money is only one form of compensation. Does the possession of a BIM model make it easier for some-one to copy your design, to break the law? Some believe if they maintain control they are in the best position to ensure their intellectual effort, their design, will be carried through in a way that they will be happy with.

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