construction contracts Archive

Construction contracts are often times voluminous documents where those not accustomed to dealing with them on a consistent basis have trouble “seeing the forest through the trees.” This can make it difficult for owners to recognize and adequately negotiate the key terms that play the largest role in how construction risk and costs are allocated. […]

Contractors bidding public work in Ohio are encouraged to bid what is represented in the bid documents, including any milestones, completion dates or default “bid schedule.” As Ben Franklin was quoted as saying: “Time is Money.” That adage is particularly true on construction projects. Rare is the job that stays profitable if it is delayed […]

Many subcontractors feel increasingly hopeless about securing fair subcontract language, particularly in view of the shortage of profitable work during the economic downturn. While it is hard to walk away from work, sometimes it is better to lose a job than to do an unprofitable one.  So subcontractors would be wise to ask themselves these […]

Practice chair Don Gregory was invited to speak at the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association’s annual meeting on the topic of competitive bidding for public contracts in the construction industry. Don covered the requirements (and exceptions) that are critical for public entities to consider when opening projects for bid, including criteria for (1) advertising requirements, (2) […]

Peter, featured in Smart Business, gives insight to form construction documents. You can read the article here to learn about how to best use these documents, the advantages and how they can save you money.