Construction defects are one of the most common catalysts for disputes in the construction industry. In many cases, construction defects lead to costly and time-consuming litigation. This is because determining […]
Dealing with Defective Work Claims Part 1 Read Post »
Senate Bill 324 is designed to eliminate some common areas of contention in the Tennessee construction industry, including: Eliminating contingent payment provisions Increasing the duration of subcontractor lien deadlines Lessening
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 2 Read Post »
Tennessee Senator Jack Johnson is attempting to push through Senate Bill 324 (HB271), which will alter the way payments are processed and enforced in the construction industry. Contractors in the
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 1 Read Post »
When the time comes to sign your next construction contract, are you taking the time to actually read the ENTIRE contract? If you answered “no” to that question, don’t worry.
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 2 Read Post »
Our Denver construction lawyers have said it time and time again: contracts are the lifeblood of the construction industry. Despite this, many subcontractors enter negotiations without ever considering that they
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 1 Read Post »
In the construction industry, there’s nothing more frustrating than finishing your portion of a project and not getting paid for your hard work. Every year, countless subcontractors are forced to
Tired of Nonpayment? Here’s What to Do Read Post »
Maintaining the tight-knit relationship between the surety bond industry and the construction industry is vital for the proliferation of public works projects. Contractors have a legal obligation to procure the
Surety Bonds and Illegal Waivers Read Post »
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as watching your checking account balance rise at the end of a pay period. Whether your payments are deposited directly into your account or you
Subcontractors: Getting Paid Read Post »
As the construction industry continues to seek out new workers to fill the hole left by the labor shortage, many contractors are discovering that, in order to get these workers
Payment Options for Your Workers Read Post »
In part one of this two-part series, a Nashville construction litigation attorney from Cotney Attorneys & Consultants discussed two important benefits of arbitration, including: Increased privacy when resolving disputes Quicker
What are the Benefits of Arbitration? Part 2 Read Post »
