David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates | April 1, 2017 There have been a couple of decisions as of late, particularly in federal court, that have gone in favor of a performance bond surety and against a general contractor’s claim against a subcontractor’s performance bond. These decisions have been so unfavorable that they may… Continue reading Hurdles with Triggering a Subcontractor Performance Bond
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The Importance of Situational Leverage
John Benjamin Patrick | Gordon & Rees LLP | November 11, 2016 George Orwell wrote “all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” In construction, this is plainly true. The large, multi-billion dollar prime contractor, for example, is unlikely to negotiate subcontract terms with the 7-figure concrete installer. The public agency… Continue reading The Importance of Situational Leverage
Colorado Court of Appeals Defines “Substantially Complete” for Subcontractors’ Work so as to Shorten the Period of Time in Which They Can Be Sued
David M. McLain | Colorado Construction Litigation | October 10, 2016 Over the past few years, there has been a battle raging on in district courts and arbitration hearing rooms throughout Colorado regarding when a subcontractor’s work is to be deemed “substantially complete” for purposes of triggering Colorado’s six-year statute of repose. C.R.S. § 13-80-104… Continue reading Colorado Court of Appeals Defines “Substantially Complete” for Subcontractors’ Work so as to Shorten the Period of Time in Which They Can Be Sued
Contractors + Subcontractors at Risk When Owner Fails to Pay Architect
Don Gregory, Eric Travers, Mike Madigan, Stephanie P. Union and Timothy Kelley | Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter | October 11, 2016 We have long counseled Owners about the risks associated with the standard AIA contract language stating that the Architect’s Drawings are “Instruments of Service” and the license to use them can be withheld… Continue reading Contractors + Subcontractors at Risk When Owner Fails to Pay Architect
A Game-Changer for Subcontractors in Payment Disputes
Adam B. Edgecombe | Jimerson & Cobb P.A. | September 8, 2016 Though many construction professionals are generally familiar with Florida’s lien law, there is a little-known and little-used provision within the lien statutes that can prove to be a game-changer for subcontractors (or sub-subcontractors) when used correctly and in the proper factual circumstances. Section… Continue reading A Game-Changer for Subcontractors in Payment Disputes