The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently determined that a builder who fails to comply with state licensing requirements may still pursue a negligence claim against design professionals. In Wright Construction Services, Inc. v. The Hard Art Studio, PLLC, the owner contracted with architecture firm Olive Architecture to develop plans for a mixed-use complex
Struggle Creates Innovation: Technology and Data Privacy for Contractors
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) spread around the world, most businesses were forced to close their doors temporarily and take steps towards working virtually. However, the U.S. construction industry, deemed “essential” by nearly every stay-at-home order issued throughout the country, kept operating and kept building. After all, construction does not occur “virtually.” While many viewed the
Warranties: They Protect You Until They Don’t
Most construction contracts include express warranties. A contractor, subcontractor, or vendor may warrant its work or materials on a project for a period of time after the completion of its work or delivery of its materials. The parties to a construction contract will often negotiate the extent and length of this warranty period. But, what