Pitfalls in Contract Administration
All too often, desires to “get the deal done” or “get it signed” or “get…
Tax Season: Understanding the I.R.S.
My first job out of law school was situated two blocks from the White House,…
Politics, Judges, May and November
If you are like most folks this time of year, you have already seen more…
Termination for Convenience Clauses
As part of the continuing series of articles identifying important construction contract clauses, perhaps the…
PRE-NOTICE: NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NORTH CAROLINA (LITTLE) MILLER ACT
During the economic downturn in 2008-10, contractors on North Carolina public projects suffered significant losses…
The Art (and Implications) of the “Short-Pay”
Consider the following scenario: Seller claims $100.00 is due for goods provided. Buyer claims that…
Unknown Exposure: Liquidated Damages in Construction Contracts
An oft disputed, and occasionally misunderstood, provision in construction contracts is that of Liquidated Damages…
Unlicensed Contracting is a Costly Mistake!
Oftentimes when there are claims involving quality of construction, non-payment of subcontractors or suppliers, or…
UNRAVELING THE MYSTERIES OF THE POST-JUDGMENT COLLECTION PROCESS IN NORTH CAROLINA
“North Carolina is a debtor-friendly state.” A prominent North Carolina lawyer shared that sentiment with…
Nondischargeable Debts in Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is designed to give debtors a “fresh start.” Accordingly, a bankruptcy discharge releases a…