When you rent a home or apartment in North Carolina, you expect it to be and remain in safe and habitable condition. You also expect your landlord to fix any problems that arise with the furnace, air conditioner, plumbing, wiring or appliances. But do you have the...
Month: July 2018
Collapsed bridge shows how a defect can result in litigation
If you are like many North Carolina residents, you were dismayed when you heard the well-publicized news about the pedestrian bridge under construction that collapsed near Florida International University’s campus last March, killing several people. At the...
How can I prevent contract disputes from occurring?
If you're a business owner in Raleigh, you know that contracts play a huge role in achieving success. In the same token, contractual issues can lead to lengthy legal disputes, which will cost your enterprise time as well as money. There are steps you can take prevent...
Dealing with the all-powerful HOA
Before buying that gorgeous North Carolina home, potential buyers should carefully check out the homeowners association should one exist. HOAs exert a lot of power in our state, and some have a tendency to run amok when dealing with the homeowners whom they are...
Don’t let change orders damage your construction project
When beginning a construction project, it is important to have as many factors as possible settled before work begins. You will likely meet with your client periodically as plans, drawings and studies develop, and with the information you gather, your North Carolina...