“Change orders” refers to amendments to construction contracts that change a contractor’s or subcontractor’s scope of work. Because change orders modify the work specified in construction contracts, they usually entail changes to significant details in a contract such...
Construction law
Construction law explainer: What’s a mechanic’s lien? (part two)
In a recent post to our Utah Business Law Blog, we delved into an aspect of construction law known as a mechanic’s lien. It’s a legal claim against a property typically filed by a contractor, subcontractor or supplier who hasn’t been paid for their work or materials....
Construction law explainer: What’s a mechanic’s lien?
St. George construction projects are typically launched with smiles, signatures on contracts and firm handshakes. Sometimes the smiles fade, however, and contracts are reexamined in order to determine if all parties are adhering to all its terms. Unsurprisingly, many...