There are exceptions, but it is often good for a contract to include a deadline on which those goods or services have to be rendered. A deadline or defined schedule should also be used in the case of a contract that purchases a recurring service or a delivery of...
Year: 2022
3 common sources of construction disputes
A construction project can be a lengthy and resource-intensive undertaking. However, even the most organized project can run into problems. With so many parties involved in a construction project, it is not uncommon for disputes to emerge. No two construction...
Tips to protect yourself when signing a commercial lease
Signing a commercial lease may seem like a simple, straightforward process. However, if you aren’t careful, you may lock yourself into terms that don’t work well for you or your business. The best way to avoid this situation is to know what to do to protect yourself...
5 Texas property violations that owners can remedy
Texas state law and local Dallas ordinances dictate what property owners can do with their property and impose some maintenance obligations. Code enforcement has recently become a bigger priority in the Dallas area, with the city adding more workers to the department...
Can you legally enforce a verbal contract in Texas?
Texas is unique in many ways -- including the fact that many people who dwell here still feel that their word is their bond. However, are verbal contracts really binding? They may be. Keep in mind that some agreements must be in writing (such as the sale of real...
The force majeure clause and your construction contract
Sometimes, events beyond the control of the parties to a contract may prevent them from fulfilling their contractual obligations. Such events excuse the affected parties from performing the contract permanently or temporarily without legal consequences. For instance,...
Why it’s better to have a written contract
There are many situations in which business professionals are tempted to use handshake deals or just agree on an oral contract. Usually, this is done when they want to get things completed quickly or when they honestly trust the other party. It seems simple and easy...
Construction disputes can happen with small companies
Your small construction business was just hired for a big remodel. The client has specified what they want to be done and you have made note of the details in your contract, which both of you have signed. As you are working, the client keeps changing their mind about...
The top 5 property law issues that arise between neighbors
Your neighbors play a large role in the culture of your community. Having a positive relationship with neighbors can make your life easier, but a contentious relationship can make every day a little more stressful. Identifying common sources of neighborly disputes can...
Can you sue if a landscaping company doesn’t complete its work?
Your company hired a local landscaping company to add some landscaping and plants to the area around your company’s building. You signed a contract and made a down payment of half of the total cost. Unfortunately, the landscaper hasn’t kept up their end of the bargain...