Texas law provides different methods for collecting a judgment in Texas regardless of whether the judgment originates from the state of Texas or another state. When a person or entity recovers money damages in a court, it will primarily be in the form of a judgment. A judgment is merely a piece of paper that declares a person or an entity owes another person or entity money. In order to collect on that piece of paper, consider the rules in this article.
The construction industry is one of the most essential contributors to society, keeping our infrastructure updated and our communities growing. In honor of National Construction Appreciation Week this week, we spoke with two of our local industry leaders and incredible clients to talk about what the construction industry means to them and what they love about the industry.
As many creditors know, the state of Texas provides robust protection for debtors, and navigating the process for post-judgment collections in Texas can be an overwhelming experience for even the savviest professional. Attempting debt collection during an economic slowdown can further compound a creditor’s frustration as they face an increase in slow-pay and no-pay debtors. After countless demand letters go ignored, creditors often turn to litigation in hopes of getting paid.
A payment bond is a guarantee of payment for anyone who is owed money for labor or materials supplied to the project on which the bond was issued. In this blog, you’ll learn how filing a bond claim can be used to your advantage.
When it comes to working government construction contracts, bonds can be a concern if you aren’t informed about their functions and pitfalls. Knowing how best to prepare for, approach, and protect against the most common issues on projects requiring bonds is a sure-fire way to keep your construction company as protected as possible.
The 2022 Infrastructure Act will create huge projects for the construction industry over the next 10 years. Learn why you should have any government construction contract reviewed by an attorney before you sign.
Whether you are looking for a change from the residential construction world or are starting your own gig as a commercial subcontractor, this article will uncover some booby traps that can end your career as a commercial contractor before you even start.
In almost all states the residential contractor is given the right to fix any claimed defects before the homeowner can sue you. Residential contractor rights give you the advantage of great protections; knowing how to protect yourself best is essential, especially when growing your business.
Warranties work differently in commercial contracts and understanding how they work can be a huge advantage in how you conduct your business. This blog will dive into the issues you should be aware of regarding warranties in commercial construction subcontracts.
This blog will explain the function of warranties in the residential construction world. We will cover how they can work against you, how you can make them work for you, and how to use your construction contract to prevent problems that could arise.