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This is the third column in a multi-part series regarding alternative delivery methods. If you have read the previous monthly columns, you know that alternative delivery methods are becoming the new normal for many types of procurement in the heavy construction industry. Download the full article.
In my last column, I introduced the discussion of alternative delivery methods for public construction projects. In this month’s column, I will discuss the legal framework for alternative project delivery. Download the full article.
For the heavy construction industry, alternative delivery methods are the new normal for many types of procurement. Many local governmental entities, municipalities, utility districts, counties, and even state-agencies are frequently turning to alternative procurement methods for projects. Download the full article.
Equipment Rental Agreements can be surprisingly onerous. When renting equipment, it is important to read and negotiate the terms of the rental equipment agreement. Download the full article.
In virtually all public and private construction projects, with the exception of TxDOT-owned jobs, retainage is a contract requirement. In this article, I will extend this series of point/counterpoint discussions to the topic of retainage and look specifically at the release of retainage as jobs near completion. Download the full article.
Jeff Chapman, in partnership with the AGC of Austin, will present a mechanic's lien and payment bond law seminar to the AGC's membership on February 29, 2016 at the AGC Chapter Office. Details can be found on he AGC of Austin's website by following the link below. AGC Lien Law [...]
The Chapman Firm is pleased to announce that Jerry Negrete will join the firm as an associate attorney on January 11, 2016. Jerry has spent the past few years of her practice litigating construction disputes and has extensive ties and experience to the construction industry. Jerry adds to the firms already [...]
For the third article in this series, I am going to ask you to shift your perspective from the contractor/sub-contractor relationship to that of the owner/contractor. In recent months, certainly as work remains available but finding available labor, and especially skilled labor, remains a challenge for many contractors. Download the full article.
The second article in this series addressing common construction disputes involves termination. For this article, I will address a scenario where a general contractor is considering terminating a subcontractor from a large scope of work. Download the full article.
With this column, I am going to embark on a new series of articles that seek to address situations involving claims that arise on construction projects. Download the full article.