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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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Subcontractors who typically work at the beginning of a project — laying the foundation, for example — may be forced to wait months or years before they’re able to collect retained amounts. Retainage does not extend the mechanics lien deadline A mechanics lien is perhaps the most powerful tool that contractors have to force payment.

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7 Contractor Tips for Dealing With Insurance Adjusters & Owners

Levelset

In turn, the owner is relying on the insurance company to pay their claim. Dig deeper: What contractors need to know about the insurance claims process. In general, there are four parties involved in a restoration project: Property owner Insurance company Claims adjuster Contractor. Be clear about rights & responsibilities.

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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

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However, the types of policies and their limits (the maximum amount claims can pay out) are limited. A general liability insurance policy protects the policyholder from claims of property damage or bodily injury caused by the contractor or its employees. This policy may also cover legal fees involved in certain types of lawsuits.

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Economic Loss Doctrine bars Nevada claims against Architect

Construction Lawyer

Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri » April 19, 2009. Economic Loss Doctrine bars Nevada claims against Architect. The design of the foundation was premised on their analysis, which proved to be faulty. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. mechanics liens.

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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. That Is Not What Happens This Is What Usually Happens: Poorly defined scopes of work create claims and disputes.

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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. That Is Not What Happens This Is What Usually Happens: Poorly defined scopes of work create claims and disputes.

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constructionattorneyblog: Louisiana does not give res judicata effect.

Construction Lawyer

Federal Court dismisses subs claim against GC because of arbitration provision. March 23, 2012), the Greers brought suit for damages arising out of an allegedly defective foundation in their home that had been built by Town Construction. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. mechanics liens.