Indemnification in Construction Contracts
Mar 24, 2024
I think a lot of contractors are afraid of indemnification provisions because they do not know what they mean and how they are supposed to work. The...
Beware of Bogus Construction Back Charges
Mar 1, 2024
Recently, I have had several cases where my clients were being assessed large back charges on commercial projects. Only to find out, after a little...
What Happens If I am Terminated?
Feb 15, 2024
Termination happens when you are fired from a project; this is not to be confused with a default; you are in default under the terms of a contract...
Can I Stop Working If I Have Not Been Paid as a Contractor in Texas?
Feb 7, 2024
"Can I stop working if I have not been paid?" This is a question my clients ask very frequently, and my very “lawyerly” response is, it depends....
How To File A Contractor Lien In Texas
Jan 24, 2024
I have studied the procedures for filing liens in all states, and I must say that Texas has some of the most complicated rules. That is where the...
End of Year Review
Dec 28, 2023
Before we start setting goals for 2024 it’s important to review how 2023 went. The first thing to look at is the goals you set for 2023; did you...
What is a Mechanics and Materialman’s Lien?
Dec 1, 2023
Also sometimes referred to as a Construction Lien The idea that people who build things need to get paid for the work they do is as old the USA. ...
Construction Trust Funds
Jun 17, 2023
Welcome to a comprehensive guide on construction trust funds and why trust is essential in the construction industry. Building projects are complex...
The Termination for Convenience Clause
Jun 11, 2023
If your subcontract contains a termination for convenience clause, the general contractor isn’t held to the same standard and can walk away from their obligations to you at any time.
May 2023 on The Quit Getting Screwed Construction Podcast
Jun 4, 2023
In a world filled with complexities and challenges, the Quit Getting Screwed Construction Podcast offers diverse perspectives in a valuable platform...
Why You Need an Up-to-Date Residential Contract
May 22, 2023
We have contractor clients all over the country and one of the first questions we get when we talk about their contracts is, “I am not sure it is up...
Why Negotiate Your Commercial Subcontract
May 17, 2023
TCLF Owner and Managing Partner Karalynn Cromeens answers the question "Why should you negotiate your commercial subcontract?" I can remember the...