If you are a contractor or supplier working in the construction industry in Texas, it is important to understand the mechanics lien process. A mechanics lien is a legal claim that can get filed against the property owner if payment for services or materials provided...
Understanding who's liable when a contract is breached is necessary within construction disputes. Whether caused by the owner or the contractor, the damages and delays that occur within an active project need contractual clauses. With no emergency funds or binding...
Construction defects are a lot more common than you might think in Austin, Texas. Some of them can be fairly minor, but others can be very dangerous. If injury or damage has occurred to you or your property, it may be because of a construction defect. Below is more...
Residents and businesses in the Austin area and other parts of Texas may want to learn more about construction work that is faulty and whether it may be covered by a liability policy. There may be a difference between which claims receive coverage and which claims do...
If you're a business owner or contractor in Texas, it's likely that you're going to need some sort of construction contract in place before work begins. The contract should consist of common information such as names and anyone associated with the project. However,...
Many people take it for granted that everything with the building they purchase or construct is going to work perfectly. Unfortunately, this isn't always the reality. Anyone with experience in construction knows that there are numerous challenges that can derail...
Nothing slows down a project like a dispute. Supply or site problems can make a job drag on and on but, when there's a dispute, it comes to a grinding halt that throws the whole system out of sync. Budgets skyrocket and legal fees add up. Disputes cost an estimated...
Owning and operating a construction company is a tough way to make a living. It means hard work and constant oversight. Between material costs, permits, licenses and employees, the margin for making profit seems to get slimmer each year. Of course, some businesses...
