Construction Law
CONSTRUCTION
As Contractors know, the construction industry and litigation seem to go hand in hand, but it doesn’t have to be that way. You can help prevent litigation or if it is unavoidable, you can increase your chances of winning the case by following the helpful list of “do’s” found below:
Review all plans and specs before you bid the job and be fully aware of your job scope
Put the contract in writing
Get all extras in writing
Serve your Preliminary 20-day notice immediately
Where applicable, serve your payment bond notice on the surety and general contractor
Document any delays caused by others or acts of god
Keep a job diary for delays, disputes and extras
Review contracts with a construction lawyer before signing it to eliminate unfavorable clauses
Speak with a construction lawyer as soon as a problem arises
Educate your crew and field supervisor to document extras, changed field conditions, delays or problems and to log every conversation concerning a dispute with dates and names
Keep records, records and records
Have clearly stated due dates in the contract
Record your Mechanic’s Lien or serve your Stop Notices in a timely manner
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