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...
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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...
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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...
Patent versus latent construction defects
A construction project in Louisiana can be a complex affair involving many parties doing many different tasks. As such, it is sometimes the case that construction defects occur. A construction defect is something that goes wrong in the construction process that causes...
Why might some Louisianans be interested in franchising?
Some people in Louisiana may want to establish a business, but they may not want to have to build their enterprise from the ground up. After all, establishing a business as a sole proprietor is a large undertaking and there is no guarantee of success. However, one...
What are some common types of construction defects?
While a lot of work and planning may take place when a company erects a structure in Louisiana, that doesn't mean mistakes won't be made. Sometimes a construction defect takes place that compromises the safety, stability and ultimately the usability of the structure....
Many business law transactions fall under the umbrella of merger
Sometimes two businesses in Louisiana will decide that it would benefit them both financially to join forces and consolidate, in what is generally called a merger. While mergers often involve large companies, it is important to note that even small businesses can be...
What happens under construction law if a contractor is not paid?
A mechanic's lien is an important aspect of construction projects in Baton Rouge. Mechanic's liens serve as a guaranty that builders, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and construction firms will be paid for the work they do before any other claims are satisfied,...
Can Louisiana contractors withdraw bids on public projects?
Sometimes a contractor in Louisiana makes a bid on a public project, but subsequently determines that their bid is faulty in some way. Fortunately, there are some circumstances under construction law in which a contractor bidding on a public project can withdraw their...