Developers, whether they are individuals or companies, often purchase land for development. They assign people to carry out construction projects, such as building structures or developing subdivisions. However, it's important to note that this process isn't always...
A mechanic's lien can be a daunting issue for homeowners, but there are proactive steps to take when dealing with this situation. When a contractor files a mechanic's lien against your property, address the matter promptly and decisively to protect your interests. 1....
Construction projects can sometimes be a puzzle of responsibilities. While most attention goes to contractors and designers, we should not forget that owners also have a role to play in ensuring things go smoothly. Owners should not be quick to assume that they are...
Construction defects pose a significant risk to any project. When faced with a construction defect claim, a builder must defend their work and ensure their business is not wrongly held responsible. Georgia law has prelitigation requirements for construction defect...
Any time that a construction company or general contractor fails to build to industry standard, local or state building code or their work fails, a construction defect exists. However, the type of building will affect the defect as different building types use various...
In Georgia, people might think that when they hire a contractor to perform work on their property that defects discovered in the aftermath will be repaired quickly and without hassle or dispute. However, that is not always the case. There are fundamental requirements...
Construction on residential or commercial property in Georgia is a complex matter with many aspects that might not work out as planned. If there are problems that cannot be solved through discussion and agreement between the owner and the construction company, it...
Building a brand-new home is something many Georgia residents dream of. The idea of owning a home that was built specifically for you can be exhilarating. The new home building process can be long and can involve many steps. There are many decisions you must make,...
Litigation, generally, is a blackhole of time and money, and it should be avoided. However, construction litigation is its own special time of money pit as you have a building that is usually unusable and falls into further disrepair during litigation. And, often, the...
During residential and commercial construction projects in Georgia, there is a good chance that things will not go exactly as planned. Unfortunately, in many cases, this means construction defects which are not found until after the project is complete. For Georgia...