Any building project in Louisiana or elsewhere, whether residential, private or commercial, can cost an arm and a leg to complete. Expenses can quickly go up when disputes arise -- whether between the owner and contractor, owner and subcontractors, or contractors and...
A condo association in another state filed a lawsuit against the property developer, builders and architect back in 2018 and just recently settled. The association is going to walk away with nearly $18 million to fix various construction defects. This is a big win and...
The construction industry can be a difficult business to be in whether one works in Louisiana or elsewhere. Delays and other issues can lead to breach of contract claims, which can lead to lawsuits. Most recently, it was reported that a builder in another state is...
You just paid a lot of money to have some construction work done on your home or business in Louisiana. The contractor you hired seemed legit and seemed to be a good fit for the job. Unfortunately, now that everything is said and done, you’ve found out the work...
A lot can happen during the construction process that can delay or stop a project in its tracks. For example, in Louisiana and elsewhere, when a developer fails to pay contractors for work completed, the contractors have every right to stop work and demand payment. A...
The building or buying of a home or structure on commercial property is not a small thing. There is a lot involved and a significant sum of money spent. Louisiana residents trust builders to do right by them, but unfortunately, that does not always happen. Years down...
The constructing of a commercial or residential building should be an exciting thing for the owner. Any excitement can quickly fade when defects are found in the final product, however. Construction defects are a common cause of construction-related disputes and...
So, you are looking at a piece of property to build a new home or place of business. It is in a great area and seems the perfect fit. Before you get too attached, have you checked the zoning laws governing the land? Every piece of property in Louisiana is zoned for a...
Whether one is building a home or employed to construct a home in Louisiana, having a construction contract is a must. These legal documents should not be rushed through and completed without thought and care. If a contract is done right, construction litigation may...
When Louisiana residents pay a significant sum of money to have their construction projects completed, they expect the work done to be of superior quality and free of defects. Sadly, not everyone’s expectations are met. If there are problems with a project, there are...
