Anyone engaged in a construction project should be familiar with what a materialmens' lien is. A materialmens' lien, sometimes referred to as a supplier's lien or mechanic's lien, is an important protection for subcontractors and materials suppliers on a construction...
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Property owners should understand construction claim deadlines
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jul 13, 2018 | Construction Litigation, Firm News
The ability to bring a claim for construction defects is important for any building owners who have discovered defects on their property. Because there are also important timelines and deadlines associated with bringing a claim for construction defects, it is...
What are the damages available for construction defects?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 29, 2018 | Construction, Firm News
Construction defects can lead to serious problems which is why it is important to understand legal resources, protections and the remedies that are available to help people deal with a construction defect. Different types of damages may be available through...
How you can avoid hiring a cowboy builder
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 20, 2018 | Firm News
The residential and commercial building market is exploding in Tennessee. For the economy this is a great thing – new residents have moved to the state bringing more jobs, business and wealth. If you are trying to buy a home or apartment, a boom in house...
The importance of construction contracts
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 15, 2018 | Construction, Firm News
When any construction or real estate project is concerned, contracts are an important part of the process. A construction contract provides important protections for the parties to the contract and for both contractors and homeowners or the owners of the project or...
What are required disclosures in real estate?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Jun 1, 2018 | Firm News, Residential Real Estate
Required disclosures are in important part of the real estate process which is why both buyers and sellers should be familiar with this aspect of buying or selling a home. On one hand, sellers need to be familiar what they are required to disclose and buyers should be...
Important questions to ask about construction defects
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | May 18, 2018 | Construction Litigation, Firm News
When a property owner has encountered defects with a property they own or are considering purchasing, there are some important questions they should make sure they have answers to. Understanding construction defects and construction defects law, which can be a...
What problems can arise with a title?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | May 4, 2018 | Firm News, Residential Real Estate
When going through the home buying or closing process, potential home buyers likely have many questions they need answered. Questions that may arise relate to potential title issues. Knowing about potential title issues and what to anticipate can help potential home...
The right language helps to prevent contract disputes
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Apr 24, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
There is no one size fits all approach to construction, whether it’s a home, a retail center or an office building. Similarly, construction contracts need to vary depending on the conditions and environment. What works for one project may not fit the next, even...
Options for resolving a construction dispute
On Behalf of The Law Office of Timothy H. Nichols, PLLC | Apr 20, 2018 | Construction Litigation, Firm News
Construction disputes can pop up for a number of reasons and it is always important for the parties to know how to respond and what to expect when they do. To help avoid future construction disputes, the parties can address potential concerns early on. It is important...
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