Completing large-scale construction projects in Raleigh can be quite a complex task. Having the resources needed is only half the battle; those managing and leading such projects must also ensure that their work is in compliance with local ordinances. Many developers...
Construction Litigation
Defining the different types of construction delays
When managing construction projects in Raleigh, you know that ensuring that all components are completed when they need to be can be a difficult balancing act. A delay in the delivery of service from any of your contracted providers can throw your entire timeline off....
Construction litigation can be contractual or based on negligence
Construction litigation in North Carolina can erupt from far more than alleged breaches of the construction contract by one or more parties. Other forms of litigation can arise as initiated by third parties not related to the construction itself.The litigation may be...
Waivers of consequential damages can be unwise for owner-developers
Contract law, particularly when there is a breach of a North Carolina contract, will address the issue of compensable damages to the injured party to the contract. As explained by the American Bar Association, damages are typically divided into two...
Most expensive home defects and repairs
Purchasing or building a home in North Carolina should be an exciting time, but poor quality construction could turn your home buying adventure into a nightmare. You should be on the lookout for warning signs of serious issues within your home in order to fix them...
What should be in your construction contract?
Before you sign an agreement with a general contractor to have work done on your home in North Carolina, you want to make sure that you do, in fact, agree on all the terms it includes. According to FindLaw, there are several key aspects of the construction contract...
Signs of a faulty foundation
Homeowners in North Carolina who are hoping to build their dream home often put their trust entirely in contractors to do the work. While they expect quality work and attention to detail, sometimes that is not the case. One of the areas which could cause the most...
North Carolina’s changing construction laws
While often overlooked, construction is a major part of the economy in most states in America. Hot cities like Raleigh, Durham, and Charlotte are seeing exponential growth, and with that growth comes the inevitable demand for new buildings, homes, road repairs,...
How can subcontractors protect themselves from delay litigation?
Everyone involved in a construction project in North Carolina must work on a tightly coordinated timetable. Delays happen, though, and as a subcontractor, you could be the one paying the price. According to Construction Executive, you do have ways to shield yourself...
Looking at some of the basics of mechanic’s liens, P.2
Previously, we began looking at the role mechanic's liens can play in allowing contractors to secure payment for work performed on real property under a valid contract with the owner of real property. The most important issue for any contractor or subcontractor who...


