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....
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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...
Save Money: Know Who Bears the Risks of a Subcontractor’s Bid
Today, we are going to step back to 1960, the year of bouffants, John F. Kennedy, and contracting lawsuits. Many people ask about subcontracting bids and when they become valid or enforceable under Utah law. Union Tank Car Co. v. Wheat Bros. provides an excellent...
Who is Responsible For Defects in Construction?
Unallocated risk is what keeps lawyers, and sometimes their wizened clients, up at night. Many contractors ask about their duty to verify the quality of architectural design plans. Specifically, they ask: Am I liable if I construct a building according to the provided...