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A delayed construction project can result in more than schedule pressure. Depending on the contract, each additional day may expose the contractor to a predetermined charge known as liquidated damages.  These provisions can significantly affect the profitability of a project. Understanding the clause before signing may make the difference between a successful project and facing substantial delay-related charges. This […]

March Means Construction Is Moving Again March brings energy back to construction sites across Texas.  Crews return to full schedules. Materials arrive. Deadlines begin to matter again. The quiet planning period is over, and real work starts.  This shift is exciting, but it also brings risk.  Many construction contract disputes in Texas begin during the […]

Manufacturing has always been one of the core drivers of the U.S. economic cycle. When the sector expands, it triggers an outsized ripple effect across other industries, including construction, construction law, and real estate. Here’s how it plays out nationally—and why Texas benefits more than almost any other state. 1. Manufacturing & the U.S. Economic Cycle Manufacturing […]

According to leaders in the manufacturing industry, the U.S. is about to experience a major manufacturing boom. And Texas stands to benefit.  “There’s never been a more exciting time to be in manufacturing,” says Douglas K. Woods, president of AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, which owns and produces IMTS, The International Manufacturing Technology Show.  […]

Update to our post, ‘Builders: How Long Should You Keep Those Documents?’. In construction, every document tells part of your project’s story — and sometimes, that story is what protects your business. Builders often ask how long they should keep project records, contracts, or correspondence after a job is complete. The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. It depends […]

In Texas construction, deadlines and contract terms can make or break a project. As September brings new projects and tighter schedules, contractors and subcontractors should revisit three key areas of construction law: contracts, liens, and dispute prevention.  1) Don’t Overlook Contract Clarity  A vague contract is a lawsuit waiting to happen. From payment schedules to […]