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The Bird Box Dilemma: When False Pay Apps and Lien Waivers Are Not Fraudulent Inducement

Best Practices Construction Law

As a construction litigation attorney, the “claim” is often about telling the story of a breach of contract, or failed expectations, or unforeseen delays, all through the testimony of individuals or the introduction of documents. certifications and/or lien waivers) to the prime contractors to obtain payment. Mass) (Dec.

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Georgia Construction, Bond & Lien Law Blog: Practical advice, even if you are outside of Georgia

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The Cobb Law Group’s Georgia Construction, Bond and Lien Law Blo g provides practical information for contractors doing business in Georgia. The Cobb Law Group’s Georgia Construction, Bond & Lien Law Blog clearly states its focus in its title. Negotiate/Review Your Contracts. Document Problem Areas.

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7 Contractor Tips for Dealing With Insurance Adjusters & Owners

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If a contractor doesn’t receive payment, they can’t go after the insurance company – but they do have the right to file a mechanics lien on the owner’s property. Avoid insurance negotiations. Contractors shouldn’t be claims negotiators,” Brown says. Related: The importance of documenting your work with photos.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

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In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.” Let’s meet in the middle.

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#122:  Construction Loan Disbursement Pitfalls

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Worse, the contractor or one of its unpaid subcontractors could place a mechanic’s lien on the property – which is sure to result in a breach of the owner/borrower’s loan agreement! All such contractual solutions depend on the leverage possessed by and the negotiation savvy of the parties to these arrangements.

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Get An Attorney To Read Your Construction Contract – Every Time

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Construction contracts are historically confusing documents and they contain a bunch of popular provisions with confusing interpretations like pay when paid clauses , indemnity provisions, claim notice requirements, and more. Provide the contract documents to us, and we’ll turn around a review in a day or two. Related articles.

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A Contractor’s Guide to Homeowner’s Insurance: Is Your Project Covered?

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Here are a few things to focus on when you sit down and read the entire policy document from beginning to end. “The insuring agreement is a critical part of a homeowners policy document,” says Anthony Dileo, Agency Owner at Pennsylvania-based Northeast Insurance and Financial Consultants. “It You are not a public adjuster.