You purchased a new piece of real estate, and it comes with an easement. This allows someone else to access that land and use it in a specific way. For instance, utility companies sometimes have easements so that they can provide services or perform maintenance....
Construction projects have multiple moving parts and significant financial investments. For contractors, a well-drafted construction contract isn’t just a mere formality. Instead, it’s a key layer of protection against a host of liabilities. Contractors should be...
When a property owner discovers a fault with a recently built or renovated building, the first thing they may well do is curse the general contractor that handled the project. They likely paid them a lot of money to do the work, so they are well within their rights to...
Water-based recreation is relatively common here in Texas. Some people fish regularly for sport or even as a source of food. Many others hit the water as often as possible on their kayaks or other small, self-propelled watercraft. Provided that they have the necessary...
You have completed most of the work, stayed on schedule and kept your crew productive, yet the client still has not paid. The job is nearly done, but the check has not arrived. When this happens, it is natural to consider stopping work until payment comes through. In...
There are many scenarios in which construction professionals or businesses might face client complaints. In some cases, delays in project completion can lead to conflict. Other times, the client may express dissatisfaction with the quality of the finished work....
One reason for disputes between two real estate owners is when an easement has been breached. An easement is an agreement that someone who is not a property owner is allowed to use the land in a specific way. But a violation could cause legal trouble, and it may be...
It’s not unusual for neighbors to run into disputes over property boundaries. One of the more serious situations is when a neighbor extends their property onto your land. This can involve building a structure, expanding a driveway or placing a fence across the...
Jointly owned real estate can be a very valuable asset. But it can also cause some conflict. The owners may not see things in the same light. They may not have the same goals. For example, say that two people inherit the same property from their parents. Perhaps it’s...
There are many different situations that might give rise to disputes between neighbors. Sometimes, people who own adjacent properties disagree about the boundary between their parcels. Other times, the boundary is clear, but the conduct of one neighbor may affect the...
