Construction contracts and disputes.
Michigan and Florida construction law guidance for property owners, contractors, and businesses, from contracts and change orders to payment and performance disputes.
Construction Law
Construction projects bring together contractual commitments, payment obligations, and expectations about the work to be performed. Matthew C. Bates, PLLC assists with the agreements and disputes that arise before construction begins, while work is underway, and after a project is completed.
Clear documentation matters at every stage. The firm reviews how the contract defines the work, allocates responsibilities, addresses changes, and provides for payment. When a project becomes disputed, that same attention to the documents and the underlying facts guides the assessment of available options.
Services
- Construction contract and scope-of-work preparation and review
- Payment provisions, change orders, and project documentation
- Payment disputes and lien-related questions
- Construction defect, delay, and incomplete-performance disputes
- Contract negotiations and resolution of project disagreements
Agreements that reflect the project
The scope of work, payment schedule, performance expectations, and procedure for changes should be clear before the work begins. The firm helps clients evaluate proposed terms and document their agreement so that responsibilities are understood from the outset.
Changes, delays, and performance concerns
Changes in scope or disagreements about completion can place pressure on a project. The firm reviews the original agreement alongside change orders, correspondence, and project records to assess the parties’ positions and the issues that need to be addressed.
Payment and project disputes
When a dispute involves an unpaid balance, the quality of the work, or a lien-related concern, a clear account of the facts is essential. The firm evaluates the contractual obligations, supporting records, and client’s priorities to develop a considered response.
Discuss your legal matter.
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