If you’re buying or building a beachfront home on Texas’ Gulf Coast – especially if you’ve moved here from another state – you may be surprised to learn that you don’t get full private beach access around your property. That’s because public access to Texas beaches...
Construction projects are very expensive. They involve risk for both the homeowner and the construction professionals performing the work. Homeowners can never be completely certain of the quality of labor that they may receive, while those performing the work have to...
Your construction company prides itself on carrying out high quality work for a fair price. Thus, you often attract new customers while also managing to retain existing clients. Unfortunately, customers don’t always live up to their side of the bargain, and they may...
Home inspections are important, as they provide buyers with valuable insights into the condition of a property. They help uncover potential issues that may not be immediately visible, allowing buyers to make informed decisions about their investments. If a home...
Fraudulent schemes are not uncommon in the construction industry. If you are involved in a project, whether as the owner, contractor, subcontractor or any other party, you may experience it. Here are three examples of fraud in the construction industry: 1. Procurement...
When it comes to construction and property development, the term “mechanic’s lien” holds significant weight. It’s a legal concept designed to protect contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, helping ensure they receive payment for their services and materials. A...
Subcontractors are construction professionals who primarily do their jobs on a project basis. They may work with one company or a variety of different construction firms. In some cases, they may even take work from homeowners directly. When subcontractors accept a...
One of the most common legal issues that construction professionals face is a breach of contract. That’s when a party to the contract fails to fulfill one or more of its terms. Some breaches are minor – for example, not meeting a due date for a particular deliverable....
Size notwithstanding, construction projects are huge undertakings – both logistically and financially. Even a well-thought-out project can face challenges that can lead to a cost overrun. Construction cost overruns happen when the project cost exceeds what was...
As a general contractor (GC), you have a lot of responsibility for a project. That’s why it is so important to hire only reputable subcontractors for every job that you accept. Let’s examine why it can ultimately be the GC who is left holding the legal bag when...
