Construction

Most construction projects often require developers, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and engineers to work together to meet the goals set for the project. With so many moving parts, it should be no surprise that delays are common in the construction...

The construction business is unique. There are multiple players that come to the table to complete a project, and each one has to perform its duties appropriately if the project is to be completed on time and on budget. Contracts can help ensure that everything goes...

We know that as a small business owner in the field of construction you’re looking for ways to save costs as well as secure and complete jobs as quickly as possible. Although you may have some pretty strong strategies for how to do that, they shouldn’t include...

Contractors and subcontractors who do work in the greater Nashville area should be familiar with Tennessee’s mechanics’ lien laws. As is this case with other states, Tennessee has enacted statutes which allow those who do construction work on residential or commercial...

Some changes in Tennessee government have occurred since the state legislature passed the Construction Industry Payment Protection Act (CIPPA). affects the construction industry in major ways. Among other changes, it protects contractors who have completed the work on...

Many contractors who do work in the greater Nashville area and surrounding counties will probably need to rely on subcontractors to do much of the work on a building, residential home or other project that the contractor has been awarded. When things go well, this...

There’s a lot at stake in a construction contract. Clearly defined terms of these agreements can dictate the obligations of all parties involved, which can have a profound impact on costs and timeliness. As we’ve discussed previously on the blog, change orders can...

In Tennessee, when there is an agreement between a contractor and a property owner, both sides will have the same goal: to complete the project as specified. Obviously, the contractor will want to be paid for the work and receive what was specified in the contract....

Nashville area developers have many different details to consider when writing a contract. They have to determine what the property will cost, what they will need to do to make a profit, what protections they have if something goes wrong, etc. These questions can be...

Gone are the days when approval for a building project began with just a handshake. Today a well-worded, clearly written construction contract that contains key clauses is essential to begin projects on the right foot and avoid disagreements and possible legal...