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,...
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Regular inspections can help you avoid litigation
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...
Georgia law and construction defects
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...
Common types of construction defects
Every construction defect is different in terms of the exact details, but all construction defects are the same in that they can impact the value and usability of your property. It is a good idea to understand the different types of construction defects and the legal...
Lawsuits against architects and engineers
Construction involves many professions and skills. The building’s design, in fact, is the foundation of a successful construction project. Design professionals may be held liable for these defects in lawsuits. Errors Errors and omissions underly most construction...
When are builders responsible for construction defects?
Whenever a new building is erected, there is the possibility that a construction dispute could occur. The phrase “construction dispute” encompasses many legal issues, but some of the most common and difficult issues involve allegations of construction defects. It is...
The Right to Repair Act in Georgia: What you should know
As a homeowner, you have undoubtedly dealt with your fair share (or perhaps more than your fair share) of contractors. Hopefully, the majority of those contractors have done quality work for you. Unfortunately, you may occasionally run into issues with defective or...
Avoid litigation via environmental compliance
Planning and breaking ground on a new construction or development project is exciting. However, if you are a property owner or developer, your enthusiasm must not interfere with environmental compliance, or you could put your project and profit at risk. Learn about...
What requirements should contractors meet?
When a Norcross area resident hires a contractor for their home or investment property, they have many different companies to choose from. A person may search the internet, ask friends, work with a real estate professional, etc. to find the perfect contractor for the...
Dispute between property developer and county may head to court
Throughout Georgia, property development has many layers that must be navigated to get a project up and running. From acquiring land, formulating plans, hiring contractors, getting the proper permits and ensuring that all the legal issues have been addressed, it can...