Jason W. Crowell – January 25, 2012 A recent Utah Supreme Court decision could result in significant benefits to some policyholders in Utah’s construction industry. The case, Ohio Casualty Insurance Co. v. Unigard Insurance Co., 2012 UT 1, concerned a fight between two insurers about how to split the costs of defending a lawsuit brought against… Continue reading Utah Reverses Course on Apportioning Costs of Defense to Policyholders
Category: Construction Contracts
More than Your Bargained For? Avoid Paying Twice for Construction Costs
January 20, 2012 by Lisa Magill One of the most daunting aspects of construction projects is understanding the different legal documents presented (or that should be presented) by contractors, subcontractors, laborers, and suppliers. Although construction contracting is not something most board members are familiar with, the State of Florida requires them to follow very detailed procedures when making payments to the contractors hired… Continue reading More than Your Bargained For? Avoid Paying Twice for Construction Costs
Construction Renovation Contracts 101: Six Key Considerations for Proactive Boards and Managers
Martha L. Perkins USA January 13 2012 Author page » One of the most challenging responsibilities for association board members and the association manager is renovation contracts. It is a fact of life that community associations must periodically perform small and large construction renovations—everything from lobby updates to balcony repairs and garage resurfacing, from window… Continue reading Construction Renovation Contracts 101: Six Key Considerations for Proactive Boards and Managers
Yet Another Reason That Your Contract Matters | Construction Law Musings- Richmond, VA
Yet Another Reason That Your Contract Matters | Construction Law Musings- Richmond, VA.
Another reminder on change orders: “don’t worry” about payment for extra work is not enforceable
William R. Mauck, Jr. – January 10, 2012 The importance of following change order provisions in a construction contract was emphasized yet again in a recent federal court decision: Carolina Conduit Systems, Inc. v. MasTec North America, Inc. In this case, Carolina Conduit, a subcontractor, sued the general contractor, MasTec, for the cost of installing additional… Continue reading Another reminder on change orders: “don’t worry” about payment for extra work is not enforceable