Over the years, we have acquired an in-depth appreciation of the issues that typically arise in construction-related disputes and the facts and law material to their resolution from our years of experience representing residential and commercial owners, developers, contractors and sub-contractors. We handle construction litigation including arbitrations and mediations of all kinds from collection work to warranty and defective work claims.
We advise those in the construction industry on risk management issues and how to avoid claims and litigation. We recommend that contractors who encounter a situation or problem call us for advice to avoid litigation and not wait until a lawsuit begins. Our help is most useful when you consult us early. Often, problematic construction situations arise where our advice might help minimize problems and assist you to proactively address issues.
If you are considering hiring an architect or entering into a construction contract, you should get advice before you sign any agreement. There may be much you are missing.
Contractors should have written contracts, even if it is only an informal writing by and between the parties. Get the main terms down in writing so that there is no confusion later should a problem arise.
Representative Construction Law Cases:
Litigation and Trial
Our knowledge, experience and training in litigation and appeals are supported by our aggressive and proactive style. Court proceedings are governed by specialized rules of civil procedure and evidence, the application of which may be just as essential to a person's success as the applicable statute, regulation or precedent. We believe that, in most instances, a lawsuit should be commenced only after the parties have attempted to resolve their differences among themselves. A negotiated settlement is usually superior to a resolution imposed upon the parties by a judge or jury who, even in the best presented cases, cannot have as clear an appreciation of the issues as the parties. Furthermore, because it is governed by rules of evidence, procedure and court imposed deadlines, litigation can be a costly endeavor, both financially, in terms of money and time, and emotions. Make no mistake, however, when representation requires litigation or trial, we are experienced trial lawyers, who are not afraid to fight to protect our clients' rights.
We litigate a wide variety of issues; the following are some representative cases: