Acquiring new property is usually a cause for celebration, but it can become stressful if other parties also make claims to the property. After all, it may have taken years of scrupulous financial maneuvering to make that property acquisition possible. How do you...
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Large soccer stadium construction project planned for Nashville
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Dec 17, 2020 | Construction
Large-scale construction projects are often a boon in Nashville and throughout Tennessee. If the project is sports-related, there are inevitable hopes that local businesses will benefit from its construction from start to finish. That involves the companies that take...
4 Ways to settle a construction dispute
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Dec 6, 2020 | Construction, Construction Litigation
When you are a construction contractor, you often rely on others to help you complete your projects. You work closely with subcontractors, trusting them to complete their work on time, in a quality manner, so you can move forward finishing a remodeling project or...
Common construction defects that can ruin the project
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Dec 3, 2020 | Construction
It can be an exciting time when people in Tennessee start a construction project. This could be building a brand new home or starting a remodeling of their existing home. It can also be a little nerve-racking as sometimes the project can take a long time and the...
Options when a tenant vacates the premises
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Nov 15, 2020 | Residential Real Estate
In landlord tenant law, there are specific duties a landlord owes to the tenant, specifically in making the rental unit habitable and making necessary repairs in a timely manner. The renter has an obligation to pay for the space he rents. When a renter vacates the...
Issues affecting the commercial real estate market
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 30, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Commercial real estate executives are most likely looking at the last six months and the losses they have incurred and also looking at the next six months to figure out how much more they are set to lose. When asked to point to the current and emerging issues...
Review of Tennessee’s mechanic’s lien statutes
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 14, 2020 | Construction Litigation
Like other states, Tennessee has laws which give contractors and other firms in the construction industry the right to have a mechanic’s lien on the home or business property where the firm did their work. When all goes well, the mechanic’s lien is actually a good...
Liability for construction defects
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Sep 29, 2020 | Construction Litigation
Liability for construction defects is an important concern for many homeowners facing the negative impact of construction defects on their property. Because construction defects can impact the value and useability of property, it is helpful for homeowners and other...
What can cause a breach of contract dispute?
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Sep 21, 2020 | Construction Litigation
When you run your own construction company, you know that you face hurdles with every project you take on. You rely on suppliers and subcontractors to help you complete your work, which sometimes can lead to big problems. At some point, you are more than likely to end...
Understanding residential zoning
On behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Sep 2, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate
Zoning affects everything regarding how individuals can use certain pieces of land. It is important to note that the categories and symbols used can vary widely depending on your jurisdiction. Generally speaking, the government indicates different zoning types with...
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