Public private partnerships (PPP or P3) have been popular in Western Countries for decades. Countries like France, Germany, Australia and Japan have embraced the concept and have constructed (and leased) public infrastructure projects from bridges to airports with PPP. The same seems to finally be taking off in the United States. While the Federal Government […]
Month: August 2012
North Dakota Construction Boom
Know Your Lien Rights in North DakotaNorth Dakota is experiencing an economic boom, and the construction industry has been quick to take advantage of the growing economy. Recent oil discoveries have led to a boost in profitability in areas such as agriculture and manufacturing. Electricians, laborers, and contractors are flocking north as new job openings […]
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New Jersey Decides Statute of Repose Rules for Multi-Phase Projects
Most states have rules relating to how long you have to discover defects, and potentially sue those involved in building the project, after construction is complete. These types of laws are called “statues of repose.” The idea is that the contractor or design professional should not be liable for problems with a building for forever, and that most buildings […]
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Federal Court Awards Quantum Meruit Despite Written Contract
The city of Syracuse hired a contractor to construct a parking deck. The relationship fell apart, and Syracuse terminated the contract. The contractor sued the City for breach of contract, claiming that the breach was so material it defeated the purpose of the contract. At trial, the jury awarded the contractor damages for the following: costs […]
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Observe Corporate Formalities – Court Holds Construction Company Owners Liable if They Don’t
In Georgia, recently, a court held the officers of a corporation liable despite the fact that contracts for construction were with the corporation. In Christopher v. Sinyard a construction company constructed residences. When certain items were incomplete, a punch list was produced, and the company promised to complete the punch list items after the closing. At closing, […]