When I receive a phone call from a new potential client, the most common question that I get is: “Can we collect attorney’s fees from the opposing party?” The answer to this question is generally NO—unless, you have a contractual or statutory basis for collecting the same. In certain limited cases, the Courts may award […]
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Litigating an Arbitration Arbitration is a common clause in many construction contracts and is one manner of resolving a dispute without the direct intervention of the court system. Some refer to it as alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”). The person deciding the case is an arbitrator instead of a judge. Once the arbitrator renders a decision, the ruling is binding on
Navigating OSHA Laws As a construction company, you face an incredible amount of regulations. After an OSHA violation, you should seek the guidance of a lawyer who knows the process. In Missouri, it’s apparent that most employers’ goals are to provide a safe and healthy work environment for their employees. Construction projects are no exception. However,
Defending Missouri Merchandising Practices Act Claims Any contractors who work on residential property will inevitably have to deal with a difficult customer at some point in their career. The customer may raise various issues about your work. like complaining about whether the work is defective or not, the aesthetic appeal, and a garden variety of
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Construction Contract Litigators Our firm deals with construction contracts on a regular basis. Nearly all work performed on a construction project is carried out pursuant to a contract with the owner, contractor, subcontractor, or some other party on the project. The purpose of the contract is to govern the relationship between the entities and determine
Consumer Protection in a Construction Law Case Most people get their homes remodeled or perform some type of addition or other construction project on their homes. This is just a part of life, and it usually signifies moving up the ladder. However, most people do not anticipate that a contractor will destroy their kitchen or
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General Background on the Missouri Prompt Payment Act Are you a contractor that has not been paid on a construction project? Looking for an attorney to help you collect? You might be able to get your attorney’s fees paid for, and you might be able to reap the benefits of a number of other
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General Discussion about the Collection Process There are numerous ways to collect payment if you are a contractor owed on a construction project in Missouri. This article will tell you the five most commonly used methods of collecting when an owner or general contractor fails to pay on a project. 1. File a Mechanic’s
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Construction Law Explained No country in the world can prosper without the proper infrastructure. Infrastructure refers to the fundamental need of a network of roads, bridges, telecommunications, water supply, airports and airways, hospitals etc. which helps the economy function. Construction is the industry that plays a key role in providing this infrastructure. Construction itself can be broadly
