Common Sense Solutions
To Your Legal Needs
Business & Commercial Law : Estate Planning & Litigation : Bankruptcy
A mechanic's lien allows Massachusetts contractors to secure payment by putting a lien on an item that they have worked on. For example, you might put such a lien on a home after putting on a new roof or replacing the siding. However, if multiple parties have a claim...
According to a study by Trading Economics, Massachusetts reached the highest ever number of construction projects in the state in July 2023. While most of these projects would be considered costly, breaches in construction contracts can make costs skyrocket. The best...
Construction projects in Massachusetts and around the country are often delayed because material deliveries are late, subcontractors do not complete their tasks on time, or workplace accidents bring progress to a halt. These delays cost contractors money, and they are...
Between 2018 and 2020, construction disputes put out legal and related fees to the tune of $48.6 billion. In Massachusetts, disputes are time-consuming, a threat to reputation and damaging to relationships. These disputes also add up costs as legal matters can bring...
Massachusetts contractors are restricted from making claims against a project owner on behalf of a subcontractor. In construction litigation, an active party that has strict contractual ties can't make claims beyond the scope of their contract. Most contractual...
Contractor disputes happen from time to time during construction projects, which may result in a case going through the Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor Arbitration program. The contractor and homeowners both have rights as long as it's a registered...
Contractors face a number of complexities as they work on construction projects. A simple misunderstanding can lead to a major error that leads to the filing of construction litigation in Massachusetts. Property owners must know when their problems have become legal...
When Massachusetts residents hire a contractor for home improvements, they are hoping for great outcomes that will add value and livability to their homes. However, some contractors' poor practices lead to bad workmanship, endless delays, uncompleted jobs and...
In Massachusetts and around the country, some people choose to have new homes built rather than purchasing existing properties. This might allow people to choose the specific features that they want. However, it is important for buyers to carefully inspect their homes...
When you first purchased your home, it may have felt perfect for the time being. You knew that some aspects of it were outdated and that one day you would want to take the time to make some major improvements to the property. During those first few years, you may have...
