There are numerous ways to categorize construction defects. For example, patent defects are those that are immediately obvious, while latent defects are those that are hidden and may only come to light in the future. Latent defects in particular can be problematic,...
Construction Law
Time constraints for filing a construction defect claim
Running a hotel In Colorado and elsewhere requires regular maintenance and repairs, and business leaders budget for these expenses. However, when owners of a newly built hotel encounter issues that need repair, these may not be due to normal or regular maintenance...
What types of lawsuits are common for construction companies?
There are many different construction projects that occur in Colorado every year. There are small home construction projects, massive projects involving large campuses or multi-story office or residential buildings and many different sized jobs in between. These...
Clarity on subcontractors can help prevent construction disputes
A construction project can be a big job that requires many specialized or skilled workers. If it is a new project or a significant remodel, it may involve plumbing, electrical, and other necessary components to make the structure habitable or usable for work. These...
Colorado laws for correcting construction defects
There are many people and businesses in Colorado who decide to build a house or building for their personal lives or business. Others need to make improvements or additions to their existing property. In order to complete these various projects people generally hire...
How to file a mechanics lien for a construction project
There are many construction projects in Colorado and many companies that perform the various aspects of the project. These projects can be very costly as well with all of the various companies working on the project needing to be paid for their work. However,...
Pay-if-paid provisions place hardships on contractors
In Colorado's business world, the use of pay-if-paid provisions can cause hardships for the self-employed subcontractor. Seeking to be paid in a timely fashion after work has been done, the subcontractor is at the mercy of the contractor and the owner who has not...
What are excusable construction delays?
Experienced construction contractors in Colorado can attest to many factors that delay the progress of a construction project. When such a delay occurs, contractors may seek more compensation or additional time from the property owner in order to complete the project....
Some common construction defects
Fewer things excite Colorado residents as much as owning a home. When built from the ground up, the anticipation may turn to aggravation if there is something wrong with it. Construction defects may happen at the planning or building stage, homeowners may have the...
Change orders in construction contracts
Contractors in Colorado may be familiar with the need to adjust a construction contract. The change may arise because the owner wants to go a different way with a design or building element. Or, it may be because of external factors that affect the timetable for...