As readers of this blog know, we focus on real estate and construction issues and litigation. And, one such common construction litigation topic is defects. We discussed who is responsible for construction defects recently, but in this post, we will explain what a...
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What are my options for nonpayment for construction work?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 26, 2022 | Construction Litigation
There are many reasons why a construction dispute can arise in Tennessee. Often, it is connected to disagreements about the outcome of the project, allegations of construction defects, discord over how long it takes to complete and other issues. However, the most...
Tips for resolving a construction dispute
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 11, 2022 | Construction Litigation
Disputes are almost inevitable in the construction industry. Any construction project, large or small, involves many parties, including builders, contractors and subcontractors. With all of these players involved, along with a complex contract detailing each aspect of...
What you should look for in a construction law attorney
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 7, 2022 | Construction Litigation
There are a lot of moving parts to negotiating, strategizing, and completing a construction project. Contracts have to be drafted, change orders have to be dealt with, and construction defects may come into play. The outcome of these issues can end up costing you a...
Who is responsible for construction defects?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Sep 16, 2022 | Construction Litigation
Managing a construction project in Nashville is a big responsibility. As a property owner, it is up to you to ensure that all parts of the project are completed successfully. So, if due care is not followed and a contractor, subcontractor or supplier is the cause of a...
How can I settle my construction dispute?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 27, 2022 | Construction Litigation
There are advantages to resolving a construction dispute without going to court; however, there may be times when litigation is necessary. There are several different ways to resolve a construction dispute based on the needs and goals of the parties. Different ways to...
Common breaches of construction contract in Tennessee
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | May 5, 2022 | Construction Litigation
When a construction company agrees to perform work for the benefit of another party in exchange for payment, the agreement between the parties is referred to as a construction contract. By signing the contract, both parties are confirming that they agree to the terms...
Construction law and filing bond claims
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Apr 4, 2022 | Construction Litigation
There are a lot of working components to a construction project. Additionally, there are many stakeholders that could suffer delayed or no payment for the services they have rendered or for the materials and equipment they provided for a public construction project....
How does alternative dispute resolution work?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Mar 23, 2022 | Construction Litigation
In part because a lot can go wrong, litigation is common in the course of construction contracts. These sorts of legal disputes are often high stakes. In addition to the possibility of having to pay unexpected costs, long, drawn-out litigation also costs a lot in...
Help with change order disputes
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Oct 19, 2021 | Construction Litigation
Change orders can be a hot topic for disputes during any construction project. Because they can potentially lead to construction litigation, it is helpful to know what change orders are and be familiar with some tips for dealing with change order disputes. What are...
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