Suppose you have a big yard that you are not currently using. Your neighbor, whose yard is considerably smaller, has a child who is a rising young soccer star. One day, you notice that the child’s soccer goal has been moved to a section of your property. Should you...
Real estate boundary disputes can quickly escalate into major conflicts, creating tension between neighbors and potentially leading to costly legal battles. Proactively addressing these issues and seeking resolution before they escalate is not always possible....
Streams and other waterways are incredibly valuable natural resources. Those who own property in Texas may have selected a specific parcel of land because of its proximity to water. People are often very defensive of their land rights, including any surface water...
When purchasing a home, hiring a home inspector is an important step in ensuring that the property does not have any hidden problems. However, there are situations when a home inspector may fail to identify significant defects or issues within the property. If this...
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...
Water access can be crucial for someone's agricultural endeavors or use of their property. People sometimes select specific parcels because they are close to reliable sources of water. The properties that actually contain streams or rivers can be both prohibitively...
Construction projects are complex endeavors that involve multiple parties, from architects and engineers to contractors and subcontractors. When a construction project doesn’t go as planned, it can lead to disputes and, in some cases, construction litigation. One...
Land surveys are often used before real estate transactions are finalized or to solve boundary disputes – but what happens when you think a surveyor’s report is wrong? Whether the survey directly conflicts with a previous survey (and puts you at a disadvantage) or...
Construction professionals here in Texas have seen their projects plagued by extreme weather of all kinds at all times of the year. That’s just one reason why a force majeure clause is necessary in your contracts. Force majeure means “superior force.” That can...
Delays in construction projects may create grounds for a lawsuit. The agreement that contractors sign usually includes a date for the project completion. Not completing the project by the specified date may constitute a breach of contract. Nonetheless, delays can...
