If you own a rental property, whether it’s a single-family home or an apartment complex, you have an obligation under both federal and state laws to provide accessibility to renters with disabilities. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the...
Civil Litigation
Why construction contracts need an escalation clause
On a large, lengthy construction project, the cost of materials can change significantly between the time you contract to do a job and the time you actually purchase the materials. Everything from fuel prices to supply chain issues to natural disasters and more can...
A contract should include a deadline
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...
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...
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...
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...
Proactive ways to avoid construction disputes
Construction disputes are common occurrences in the construction industry. Construction disputes often arise when one party to the contract claims that another has not fulfilled their obligations under the contract, or where there is a dispute over payments, delays in...
Considering a “self-help” eviction? Think again
When you’re a landlord, good tenants can be hard to find -- and bad tenants can create serious problems for you both financially and legally. When you want rid of a troublesome tenant, however, you need to follow the correct process for eviction. Any self-help...
Delayed delivery of goods and services could be a contract violation
If you hire another company to render goods and services, and they sign a contract, they may assume that failing to deliver is the only way that they can violate the contract. You already paid them, so they have to fulfill the deal eventually to avoid litigation. ...
You can ask the judge to require another party to act if you prevail in a lawsuit
Civil lawsuits are useful tools for businesses dealing with contract disputes. However, some business owners and executives are reticent to take legal action after a contract dispute. Those unfamiliar with how the courts handle such disputes might wrongfully assume...