Construction defect laws are in place to protect consumers, but there are many disagreements over how much time property owners have to lodge a complaint and what happens if the defects impact an entire area. Lawmakers are aware of this and are taking steps to make...
Construction can be a complicated endeavor in Colorado. Developers, contractors and subcontractors will have estimates, plans and contracts to try and complete the project as it was designed. However, problems can arise. If they cannot be addressed through discussion...
Construction projects are often major and complex projects that require various business relationships and contracts. While many construction projects can be completed without issue, others may encounter problems even before breaking ground. No matter the issue or...
There is always a degree of unpredictability about judges and juries. Even when the overall process is fair, Denver-area residents and businesses can walk away surprised and extremely disappointed about a final decision. Unfavorable court decisions happen even when a...
The bread and butter of any construction firm in the Denver area is to get hired for and complete construction jobs. There are many important legal issues that are unique to the construction industry. Perhaps most importantly, the business will from time to time have...
If you are a property owner or developer in Denver, you may encounter a situation where a dispute between your general contractor (GC) and one or more of its subcontractors (subs) is causing delays in your construction project. This can be frustrating and costly as...
Which companies can bid on state construction projects and who will be awarded these contracts by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) can depend on the size of the project. The CDOT will generally accept the lowest bid for routine construction projects....
When parties enter into a construction agreement, both parties commit to the terms of the agreement. However, if one party fails to perform in accordance with the agreement, they have breached the contract, which may cause the other party harm. Many contract disputes...
When people hire a contractor to complete a construction project in Colorado, they expect it to be done correctly. Of course, there are times when the workers make mistakes or the product has deficiencies that were not immediately apparent. These may cause defects in...
Construction projects in Colorado can involve many different phases, and often require the use of different subcontractors to complete the project. It is important that everyone who works on the project does their job correctly to ensure the project is done right....