Contracts are a necessary component of any construction project. From home construction to simple renovations or remodeling, pretty much every construction project is governed by some sort of contract. And if you get the contract aspect of things right, everything...
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What the “No Damage For Delay” clause means for your business
Whether you are a contractor or subcontractor, no one likes to see the clause in a construction contract commonly known as “No Damage For Delay.” This clause protects a party to the contract – often the owner of the project or a contractor hiring a subcontractor –...
How are damages awarded after a contract breach?
If a court decides that one party to a contract is guilty of breaching it, they will often award the other party damages for whatever losses they have suffered. There are several ways they can calculate this. They include: Going by what the contract says Some people...
A force majeure clause is crucial to any construction contract
These days, the only thing predictable about the weather is that it’s unpredictable. New York can experience snowstorms well into what is officially spring (and before the start of winter). Devastating storms like Superstorm Sandy can leave residents without a home or...
2 kinds of contract breaches
Any good business would know that, in order to keep operations smooth, there will be ample contracts with cooperative parties. A contract is a document that can ensure each party understands their legal obligations when providing goods or services. Without a...
2 types of contract breaches
Contracts are routine matters when it comes to running a smooth business. These legal documents can outline what a party can and can’t do and what’s expected from them. Without a contract, a business could have its reputation ruined, expose a business to unnecessary...
Do you have the legal right to terminate a construction contract?
As a contractor, you know that the wording and what’s included on your contracts can vary from one project to another significantly. Sometimes, these contracts are extremely detailed, outlining all aspects of the project and parties involved, or they can be extremely...
When should you release a buyer from a new-home contract?
Your buyers came to you because they loved the blueprints in a home design that you were offering. You agreed to the terms of your contract along with some of the changes that your buyers wanted to see in the property. The purchase contract is done, and you’ve been...
Why contractors notify clients in writing about material changes
The client that paid you to remodel their luxury home wanted a specific, exotic hardwood for the floor. However, due to supply chain issues, that kind of flooring just isn't available right now. You have even looked into working with alternative suppliers, but it...
Common remedies for breach of construction contracts
A breach of the contract is a risk anyone who enters into a legal agreement faces. If you are in the construction industry, there is a pretty good chance that you will run into a contract that does not deliver on the agreed terms. Contracts are legally binding...