Category Archives: Construction Defects
Why is a Failure to Disclose a Legal Concern?
The term ‘failure to disclose’ is very consequential. It indicates a concealment or omission of important information that should be shared transparently with any and all parties involved in a construction project. This information can include anything from the quality of material, legal disputes, to construction defects. When one party does not provide full… Read More »
Construction Defect Claims for Breach of Contract vs. Negligence
It is not uncommon for homebuyers to purchase a property from a developer before a home is actually constructed. Builders describe the home’s size, appearance, and amenities to potential buyers and purchasers sign an agreement based on this description. However, for buyers, this does not always work out. For example, imagine you signed an… Read More »
Waiving Consequential Damages has Consequences
Often, one of the most contentious parts of negotiating a construction contract is the waiver of consequential damages. Many property owners see the waiver within the contract and believe that this is a standard in the industry and so, they accept it and sign the document. This can cause very serious problems in the… Read More »
How Does the Law in South Carolina Protect Home Buyers from Construction Defects?
You have just purchased your dream home. The property includes everything you have ever wanted, and you are excited about settling into it. Then, you discover a construction defect that may possibly destroy the structure of your home, and affect its resale value. Fortunately, the law protects home purchasers from construction defects in a… Read More »
Red Flags to Watch For in New Construction
Building a new home is extremely exciting. You have the opportunity to make customizations you have always dreamed of, and you can create a space you have always dreamed of. Unfortunately, the construction process does not always go smoothly. There are many different types of defects that can occur during the construction process. Worse,… Read More »
Common Construction Defects
You have waited months and months for your new home to be built so you can finally move in and live in the home of your dreams. Perhaps you even worked closely with builders, architects, and designers in the months leading up to the build to design your home just the way you want… Read More »
Important Things to Know About Construction Defects in South Carolina
If you have built a new home in Charleston, or anywhere in the state, it is understandable to be very meticulous about your home. You expect to get exactly what you asked for, and what you may have already paid for. However, building a new home or another type of building is rarely as… Read More »