Construction Defense

When your quality of work in a construction project is called into question, your reputation, livelihood and ability to win future contracts may all be at risk. It can feel like a personal attack, especially when you know you delivered as expected. However, you need...

In some cases, if your company is accused of a construction defect, your defense may be that there isn’t a defect at all. Perhaps your company followed the plans and regulations, and everything is up to code. You may believe that the client has no basis for their...

Some construction defects are serious and potentially dangerous. For instance, design deficiencies could result in a building with poor structural integrity, leading to a higher risk of collapse or cracks in the foundation. Poorly installed wiring could create a fire...

If your construction company has been hit with a defect claim or a lawsuit, you may be looking into options to defend against these accusations. Perhaps you don’t think that any defects existed and that your company isn’t liable, but there is simply another...

Every construction business owner takes pride in the properties they build. That is why it can be incredibly challenging when they face a claim of faulty construction. When you find yourself in such a situation, understanding the potential legal consequences is...

A construction defect is an issue in a building, bridge, road or any form of construction that can lead to below-standard levels of safety and quality. For example, the cables on a bridge may snap, a roof may crumble under the weight of snow or the structure of a...

In the construction industry, understanding the concept of a material defect is essential. This is especially true for contractors who may face claims regarding such defects from clients.  A material defect in construction refers to a specific issue in a building or...

Construction companies will sometimes face litigation over alleged defects. A homeowner will allege that the workmanship is not of a high enough quality and that the issues need to be rectified – or they refuse to pay for the project. This can lead to disputes when...

As a construction company or independent contractor, it’s possible to have to face a variety of disputes. One of the most common kinds of disputes that may cause people to take construction companies and independent contractors to court is the allegations of...

A lawsuit can harm your reputation, upend your business and thwart your success if you do not have ample support. Protecting yourself during a lawsuit requires preparation from the start of a construction job. Knowing how to minimize the negative impact of a lawsuit...