When a construction company or a general contractor is facing defect claims, it’s important to identify the specific type of defect that is being alleged. This can have a major impact on the type of evidence that is needed to show that there is a real defect and that...
Taking on major residential construction projects can be an exciting business opportunity. New residential construction, remodeling projects and building expansions can all be unique and challenging projects. Homeowners may pay a premium price to work with reputable...
Construction disputes often involve alleged defects. A customer or client may claim that there are serious defects in the building that need to be rectified or that significantly impact its financial value. The construction company or contractor may counter by saying...
Even with the best preparation strategies in place, construction projects can still face challenges. These circumstances can lead to inefficiency claims, a frequent issue that can disrupt even the most carefully planned commercial construction projects. Claims usually...
Few understand the intricacies of construction projects better than construction contractors. However, contractors can easily overlook some terms and conditions of a construction contract when embarking on a new project. One clause that favors construction project...
Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA) are formal requests submitted by a contractor to a project owner—typically in government contracting—to modify the terms of an existing contract. These adjustments are generally pursued due to changes in conditions, unexpected...
Construction companies operating in Idaho may pursue payment from clients in multiple ways. However, collecting on debts can sometimes be a very difficult and even protracted process. The law also imposes numerous restrictions on certain debt collection efforts. For...
Yours would not be an isolated case if you were to say that you had scheduled professional work on your home or business at one time or another, and there were setbacks or delays in the plan. Countless issues can cause obstacles that affect the completion of a...
A stop work order (SWO) in Idaho is a way for project owners and other parties to stop commercial construction work. Private contracts, as well as state and federal contracts, customarily include such provisions. How do SWOs work? SWOs are tools project owners,...
The Idaho construction industry is both lucrative and risky. Companies can make millions of dollars when projects are completed. But they often have to perform work and be reimbursed later. The construction lien is an important way for companies to reduce the risk...
