Construction Law
| As-Planned versus As-Built Schedule |
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| When construction on a project does not proceed as planned, the question of damages arises, i.e. who pays and how much. Determining the amount of damages can be accomplished by comparing the as-planned construction schedule to the as-built schedule. The damages calculation will be based on the difference between the two. More... |
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| ARBITRATION AWARDS IN GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION DISPUTES |
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| Arbitration awards in global construction disputes are final decisions that are binding on the parties to the arbitration. The awards should be based on the applicable substantive law. The substantive law that applies to the dispute is most often set forth in an arbitration agreement. More... |
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| Federal Tax Benefits for Historical Property Owners |
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| The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program was instituted to enlist the help of owners in the preservation of their privately owned income-producing historic property. More... |
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| GROWTH MANAGEMENT & THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY |
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| Although most local governments have relied on zoning laws and subdivision regulations to control the use and development of land by developers, some local governments have recently attempted to address the problem of managing growth in their communities. The local governments want to know when and where growth will occur and how they are to cope with the need for increased public facilities and services as a result of the growth. More... |
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| Homeowner Tips for Entering into Home Improvement Construction Contract |
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| With respect to a home improvement project, the key to a homeowner's protection is a construction contract that provides for various contingencies. Although most contracts are a single document, the homeowner should be aware that different signed documents could together form a contract. Each piece of paper to be signed should be carefully examined by the homeowner to ensure it meets with the homeowner's understanding of the parties' agreement. More... |
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