Tennessee Construction Law Blog
How does zoning affect construction?
The Fourteenth and Fifth Amendments to the United States Constitution grant you certain rights as a property owner. For example, you can grant easements on the property, subdivide it, control access to it and build on it. However, zoning ordinances can place limits on...
4 important questions to ask your home inspector
If you are relocating to the Nashville area, you are about to encounter a hot housing market. Fortunately, there are plenty of new and older houses you can turn into your dream home. To be sure you are making a wise investment, though, you should schedule a home...
Can I avoid a bond claim?
If you have a surety bond for a project, then you want to avoid having a claim against that bond because it can impact your ability to get one in the future, along with causing a negative image of your company. Construction Business Owner explains that you want to try...
Back rent and eviction
Our law firm knows that when tenants fail to pay rent, landlords often face various challenges. Aside from stress, uncertainty and financial hardships, landlords often find themselves in a difficult position when they have to evict tenants. In recent months, many...
How are commercial and residential real estate different?
If this is your first time purchasing commercial real estate, it is important to understand how and why it is different from a residential real estate purchase. While some elements of the process are similar, there are a few major differences that you should be aware...
Benefits of ADR in construction disputes
If a legal situation arises between you and another party on a construction project, you may have to go through litigation and have a judge decide your case. However, you may be able to choose an alternative dispute resolution method, instead. ADR may be the best way...
When construction litigation involves a worker
Those who run construction companies have many different issues to take care of, such as finding new projects and discussing concerns with property owners. However, disputes sometimes arise with workers and these issues are often especially challenging. In fact, some...
What to look for in a home inspection
Before the closing of a house, a home inspection can find any areas that need repair. Home inspectors have the training and certifications to inspect all areas of the house and the property around it. Inspections are important, especially for buyers. If there are...
Can someone sue me for construction delays?
Along with non-payment disputes and arguments about the quality of products and services, delays are some of the most common issues in the construction business. As a contractor or investor, you probably prepare to deal with most of these conflicts — by making...
What are some of the most common code violations?
Violations of building codes on inspection cost time and money to redo. Fortunately, due in part to stricter training requirements for you to retain your license, violations have decreased over the past decade or two. Nevertheless, according to the Journal of Light...
