While most parties to a commercial construction project want to ensure they do their best work, sometimes mistakes or omissions are made. These errors could lead to construction defects, which could lead to slow-downs in the project or expose certain parties to...
Month: May 2019
Mechanic’s liens may be an option when contractors are not paid
The many parties to a construction project -- project owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers -- generally contract with one another to provide goods or services in exchange for payment. It would be nice to think that all construction projects in Louisiana...
Is an LLC the right type of business for you?
You've had the entrepreneurial bug for a while now. You're finally ready to take the plunge and start your business. How do you begin? You may have heard or seen the phrase "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" in your preliminary research. But what is it? Is...
Who is liable for contractor negligence under construction law?
We would like to believe that most construction projects in Louisiana will be completed without a hitch, but construction work can be dangerous, and it is not uncommon for a worker to be injured on the job. Specifically, when it comes to independent contractors, it is...
What constitutes breach of contract?
A company owner has contracted a building company to construct a new warehouse. The owner and general contractor have set a completion date for the project. The owner has an opening date and has made supplier arrangements to deliver product to the new location at a...
How do estimates differ from bids under construction law?
The average person in Louisiana might use the terms "estimate" and "bid" as synonyms. However, when it comes to construction law, these terms have very specific meanings, as they refer to different steps in determining what the contractor's costs will be, and what the...
We assist Louisianans with their business law needs
Many people in Louisiana have a strong entrepreneurial spirit that contributes greatly to our state's economic success. However, starting a business involves more than just a good idea. There are many steps in the business formation process that must be followed for a...