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While every state has its own unique set of laws, the basic rules of contract interpretation are largely consistent throughout the U.S. Here are some of the common rules adopted by many jurisdictions that any non-lawyer in the construction industry should be aware of. #constructioncontracts #constructionlaw

The Timeframe for Asserting Construction Liens Dive into the legal realm with our recent blog post, "The Timeframe for Asserting Construction Liens." This piece breaks down the time-sensitive side of construction liens, offering valuable insights for legal pros and industry players. Here's a quick rundown: 1. Construction liens empower unpaid contributors with a security claim on the property. 2. Critical timelines for liens vary; in Ontario, for instance, preserve within 60 days, perfect within 90 days. 3. Missing deadlines means losing lien rights, requiring reliance on less effective contractual claims. 4. Prompt legal advice ensures navigating strict timelines for proper lien handling and exploring alternative remedies. Whether you're a legal pro or just getting started, this post aims to demystify construction law timelines. Read more here: https://zurl.co/pssN #ConstructionLaw #LegalTips #ConstructionLiens

The Timeframe for Asserting Construction Liens Dive into the legal realm with our recent blog post, "The Timeframe for Asserting Construction Liens." This piece breaks down the time-sensitive side of construction liens, offering valuable insights for legal pros and industry players. Here's a quick rundown: 1. Construction liens empower unpaid contributors with a security claim on the property. 2. Critical timelines for liens vary; in Ontario, for instance, preserve within 60 days, perfect within 90 days. 3. Missing deadlines means losing lien rights, requiring reliance on less effective contractual claims. 4. Prompt legal advice ensures navigating strict timelines for proper lien handling and exploring alternative remedies. Whether you're a legal pro or just getting started, this post aims to demystify construction law timelines. Read more here: https://zurl.co/pssN #ConstructionLaw #LegalTips #ConstructionLiens

Interested in staying ahead with exciting topics around construction law? Here are two insightful articles written by our construction law team. Final and Binding Adjudication in Alberta: https://bit.ly/4bQ0od7 Contextual Contract Interpretation: https://bit.ly/3VDI2pX Learn about our construction practice group here: https://bit.ly/3WjCMH8 #MRoss #MRarticles #Constructionlaw

A useful guide to legal developments in construction in 2023

Construction Law 101: "Unsigned change orders for home construction projects may be potentially effective if there was a mutual oral agreement as to their terms and if builder and project owners had taken action consistent with that agreement, even though the construction contract only allowed for written modification." If you or your business are in need of legal assistance in this area, give our office a call at 405-310-5274!

Welcome to our round up of the main legal developments which affected construction law in 2023. We aim to provide an easy-to-digest reminder of the cases and legal updates that you may have missed. Download our 2023 round up here: https://lnkd.in/erYqKTPn Jonathan Douglas, Gregory Buckley, Jennifer Fitzmaurice and Gemma Irving #Construction #ConstructionAndEngineering #Litigation #ConstructionLaw2023

A really helpful summary of the key legal developments in construction law in 2023. #constructionlaw #construction #legalupdate

Explore the latest updates to the NZS 3910:2023 contract standard with insights from Simpson Grierson partner Michael Weatherall, a leading figure in New Zealand's construction law scene. Stay ahead of the curve with practical commentary on evolving legal standards from LexisNexis New Zealand. https://hubs.la/Q02y1y-80 #ConstructionLaw #LegalInsights #LegalNews #Construction

💡 As this month’s guest editor in Construction Law Magazine, I argue that what hasn’t been covered in JCT D&B 2024 is as important that what’s been updated. Bespoke drafting will be necessary to fill in the gaps that the contract update has failed to address. Read my article here (subscription required): https://lnkd.in/eh39idiy #construction #constructionlaw #developments #adjudication #jct #onsite