Construction Law
U.S. Manufacturing Industry Boom – Part 2 – How Manufacturing Growth Shapes the U.S. Economic Cycle and Gives Texas at an Advantage
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 […]
U.S. Manufacturing Industry Boom Expected – Boosting Construction and Other Sectors in Texas – Part 1
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. […]
Document Retention Guide: How Long Should You Keep Your Records?
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 […]
Texas Construction Law Update: What Contractors Need to Know This September
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 […]
Preparing for Future Trends in Construction Law
The construction industry continues to face an acute labor shortage in 2025—a challenge that slows project timelines, increases costs, and adds significant legal risk. Developers, general contractors, and subcontractors must now manage more than just labor availability—they must anticipate and protect against the legal ripple effects of these shortages. Learn how to manage legal risk […]
Adapting to Inflation: Strategies for Protecting Your Construction Contracts
Inflation continues to reshape the construction landscape in 2025. Escalating material costs, labor shortages, and ongoing supply chain issues are squeezing project budgets and straining contractor-owner relationships. For those still relying on traditional fixed-price contracts, these challenges can be financially devastating. Now more than ever, construction professionals must proactively adapt their agreements to manage inflation-related […]
Navigating Weather-Related Delays in Texas Construction: A Legal Perspective
In Texas, where weather can shift unexpectedly—from sudden thunderstorms to prolonged heat waves—construction projects often encounter unforeseen slowdowns. Understanding how to handle weather-related construction delays from a legal standpoint can save your project time, money, and unnecessary conflict. What Qualifies as a Weather Delay? Not every storm justifies a delay claim. For a weather event […]
Top 5 Construction Contract Mistakes to Avoid
Construction projects can be complex, costly, and time-consuming — which is why a solid, well-drafted contract is essential. Yet too often, contractors, subcontractors, and property owners make avoidable mistakes in their construction contracts that lead to costly disputes, delays, and even litigation. Here are five of the most common construction contract mistakes — and how […]