Facing a legal dispute is often one of the most stressful experiences a contractor can encounter. You dedicate your time and resources to completing projects, managing crews, and growing your business. When a conflict escalates to the point of a lawsuit, the uncertainty of the legal system can cause significant anxiety. Unfamiliar terminology, complex court […]
You have been served legal papers stating that you have been sued. What happens next? You can legally be served in person by a process server or law enforcement officer. You can also legally be served by certified mail or the papers being taped to your front door. The papers will tell you when your response […]
Your week was going great until you received notice that you have missed a court date, and now a default judgment has been filed against you. Maybe you never received the initial notice, or maybe you just plain forgot what day it was because of your hectic schedule. Doh! It’s okay. There are steps that can be taken to protect your assets and ensure the judgment rendered doesn’t take the shirt off your back.
