As a contractor or developer for construction projects, producing outcomes that align with project goals and budgets is part of your job. But sometimes, things do not go as planned and you may find yourself involved in the middle of a dispute. According to The...
Year: 2023
How mechanic’s liens help contractors, suppliers collect payment
When you assist on a Texas construction project by supplying labor or materials, you may find it difficult to collect payment for services rendered or materials supplied. Mechanic’s liens exist to give you a potential remedy in the event you never receive payment for...
What should you know about vessel arrest?
If a vessel gets served an arrest warrant, then it could potentially shut down your business for a period of time. Dealing with vessel arrest for the first time can take a lot of effort, understanding and hours. Understanding the potential reasons behind vessel...
How can you prevent construction-related disputes?
If you manage construction projects or own a construction company, you do what you can to keep your projects going on time and within the parameters of your preset budget. You also likely recognize that disputes and missteps can quickly derail a project, so you do...
Could mediation help resolve your construction dispute?
While they can have many potential causes, most construction disputes boil down to a disagreement between two parties. These disagreements can reach a resolution in court through a lawsuit, but this can cost everyone involved valuable time and money. When dealing with...
Options to resolve construction disputes
In the construction industry, disputes are quite common. When the conflicting parties are unable to resolve the issue on their own, there are various ways they can approach resolution. Most people are familiar with litigation, but there are alternative resolution...
What is a maritime lien?
As a boat owner, you do not want a maritime lien on your vessel. But what exactly does that mean in the first place? Liens allow for claims against watercraft, which may cause their repossession or the seizure of these vessels as enforcement. When do maritime liens...
How are international waters defined?
When it comes to legal maritime issues, one of the most complex things is the fact that laws governing certain waterways may change depending on location. A crucial point of legal issues on the water involves finding out if something happened in U.S. territorial water...
What are the big concerns about installing hotel pools?
Hotels and hotel owners always want to keep a steady stream of guests coming in. Despite the increased flow of traffic, guests will still often avoid amenities and accommodations that are not up to snuff. In-ground swimming pools not only improve the appearance of a...
The fundamental components of maritime law
Most people are unfamiliar with maritime law because it is not as widely taught as mainstream law topics. Most countries with access to ports and ocean travel have their own maritime laws, but international waters are not governed by local legislation. A series of...