Whether you are remodeling your home or doing a new build on property you just purchased, a lot of trust and reliance goes into the contractor taking charge of the project. When your expectations fall short, this can be frustrating; however, when a contractor...
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Construction Litigation
Understanding warranties in a construction contract
Construction companies in Maryland strive to provide their customers with quality work that satisfies the terms of the contract. When a building is being constructed, there are certain requirements that must be met. For example, the contract will detail the size of...
What happens if my contractor did not use the materials I wanted?
If you hired a contractor to build or renovate your home, you probably had a contract that specified the materials to be used for the project. But, what if you discover that the contractor did not use the materials you agreed on? Why materials matter The materials...
How can I help resolve disputes between a GC and a subcontractor?
If you are a property developer or a new construction buyer in Maryland, you may encounter disputes between your general contractor and their subcontractor during the construction process. These disputes can cause delays, cost overruns, defects and other problems that...
Report: Construction business getting even riskier
The construction business has always dealt with a lot of risk. Even a relatively modest construction project must deal with architects, contractors, subcontractors, permits and more. And that's not even mentioning the financing for the project or what the market will...
Understanding mechanics liens in Maryland
There are many types of construction disputes that arise during a building project, and one of these involves a property owner’s dissatisfaction with the work done. When this happens, the property owner may decide to deal with the problem by simply not paying you....
Can a subcontractor stop work if the contractor doesn’t pay them?
A construction project is a multi-faceted affair with many parties performing many different types of work all towards the completion of the project. At the heart of all this work are contracts. But what happens if a contract is breached, specifically, if one party...
Do I need new construction inspections?
Construction defects are relatively common, but in many situations, they can be mitigated, if found. Why are inspections important? Regardless of the type of loan, you should inspect the designs and materials, as well as the construction process throughout the build....
There are ways of preventing, managing construction litigation
A commercial construction project, especially a larger one, is almost always going to be a complicated affair that involves a number of businesses. The larger the project, the more complicated it will be to coordinate it. Arguably, bigger projects also carry a lot...
Avoiding construction disputes
Construction disputes may be costly. The global consulting firm HKA reported that the value of claims involving 1,100 projects across the world from 2018 through 2020 was $48.6 billion, excluding legal fees. Claimed extensions of time accumulated to 593 years. There...