All businesses use contracts, but contracts are perhaps especially important to the construction industry. Even a relatively small construction project can involve financing, carpenters, electrical workers, plumbers and more, each of them with their own contractual...
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Mechanic’s liens are complex but protect the right to be paid
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 20, 2023 | Firm News
There are many legal aspects to a construction project that aim to ensure that the parties to the project are paid what they are owed. For example, contractors and subcontractors can file mechanic’s liens to ensure they have the right to pursue compensation if they...
Understanding construction warranties in Tennessee
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Feb 22, 2022 | Firm News
The construction of a new home or building is a major project, and everyone hopes that the process will run smoothly, resulting in a mutually beneficial result for both parties. The buyer expects to get what they paid for, while the builder profits from their hard...
What is adverse possession?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jan 21, 2021 | Firm News
Adverse possession is a little-known legal concept that allows someone to acquire valid ownership of real estate by using or inhabiting the property for a certain time. There are two main ways an individual may use adverse possession to stake a real estate claim: open...
What happens when there’s a dispute over property boundaries?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jul 5, 2019 | Firm News
When you purchase a piece of property in Tennessee, you probably have big plans for what you hope to do with the property. Maybe you just purchased a home for your family, or maybe you bought property on which you hope to construct your dream home. As the owner, it's...
Bankruptcy help when it is needed
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 14, 2019 | Commercial Real Estate, Firm News
When a commercial real estate project has not gone as planned, bankruptcy options may be able to help out. There are different types of bankruptcy protections and different bankruptcy options to consider and many can help when a commercial real estate project has...
Understanding construction law basics
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | May 31, 2019 | Construction, Firm News
Construction law resources are available to assist and protect parties involved in a construction project. It is important for anyone engaged in construction project for the construction of a new building or otherwise to be familiar with the construction law legal...
What are the different types of construction disputes?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Apr 19, 2019 | Construction Litigation, Firm News
Construction projects involve many different contract obligations and legal obligations it is important for the parties to a construction contract to be familiar with. They should ensure they are familiar with the various aspects of construction litigation and what to...
Nashville housing market remains hot
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Dec 3, 2018 | Firm News
The Nashville area continues to be one of the hottest housing markets in the country. New home starts are up over last year despite bad weather having dropped home starts in late 2017 and early 2018. Second quarter 2018 statistics show a 12.5 percent year...
The different types of construction defects claims
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Sep 21, 2018 | Construction Litigation, Firm News
There are different legal options that may be available to help property owners when they have encountered construction defects on their property. Many construction projects involve contracts between property owners and contractors or between contractors and their...
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