You start a construction project expecting clear communication, professional results and honest billing. Most of the time, that happens. Still, disputes can arise and in rare situations, someone may allege fraud. Unlike a standard breach of contract, fraud claims...
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Year: 2025
Can contractors legally stop work for non-payment?
You show up, your crew shows up, but the check never does. Days turn into weeks, and your business expenses continue to pile up. It is a frustrating situation that plays out far too often in the construction industry. The good news is that, in many cases, contractors...
3 tips when preparing for a partnership buyout
In many ways, a business partnership is similar to a marital relationship. People combine responsibilities and share risks. They also rely on one another for certain functions and mutually benefit from one another's success. Many people enter into business...
Using rescission to address contractor issues
Businesses in the construction sector often hire independent professionals or small businesses for specialized services. Instead of offering a salaried position to a drywall finisher and a tile specialist, the company has a short list of qualified professionals or...