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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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Hiring a contractor to remodel your home or update one of your investment properties is a major expense. You may lose access to or occupancy of the property for several weeks, and you will probably pay thousands of dollars to have that work done. Unfortunately, while...