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Construction Dispute Law in Michigan

When the owner of some real estate and a contractor enter an agreement for a construction project in Troy, Michigan, be it a house, landscaping project, or huge office building, there's always a chance that problems will come up, no matter how careful everyone is. A few minor setbacks are almost inevitable, in fact.

In the overwhelming majority of instances, however, these problems are resolvable, and do not lead to major disputes. Being rational, business-minded adults, landowners and construction contractors are usually able to resolve disputes amongst themselves. After all, both stand to gain if the project is completed, and the contractor is paid.

Even if a third party gets involved, it does not always need to be a court. Private mediators can help the parties reach a settlement, or a private arbitrator who is an expert on construction litigation can render a binding decision, if mediation and negotiation fail and the parties can't resolve their dispute.

Construction Dispute litigation in Troy, Michigan is usually time-consuming and expensive. But it is sometimes necessary, usually as a last resort.

Examples of Construction Disputes That Might Lead to Litigation in Troy, Michigan

Construction Delays: Delays in construction are common sticking points between contractors and landowners. These delays can sometimes lead to litigation, especially if the construction contract makes it clear that time is an important factor, or if the contract mandates a certain completion date. In such situations, a court will often award the landowner compensation for any monetary losses he or she suffered as a result of the delay.

Refusal to Pay: Contractors can be on the other side of legal disputes, as well. Sometimes, the landowners who hired them refuse to pay. This is usually because the landowner believes that the contractor didn't perform under the terms of the contract, or that the work was unsatisfactory. If this is the case, it may ultimately be up to a court to decide who is right. If the contractor did, in fact, do poor work, the landowner will be excused, at least in part, from his duty to pay. If, on the other hand, the work was satisfactory, the court will order the landowner to pay the contract price immediately, and may award additional damages if the refusal to pay was done in bad faith, or if it caused foreseeable economic harm to the contractor.

Subcontractor Disputes: In large projects, contractors often can't handle every aspect of the construction, so they hire other (usually smaller) contractors to do some specialized work for them, such as plumbing, electrical installations, and the like. The general contractor, however, is responsible to the owner for anything that goes wrong. If a subcontractor messes up, and the owner sues the contractor, the contractor will have to pay. However, the contractor can then go after the subcontractor to recover whatever he had to pay.

Mechanic's Liens: A mechanic's lien is a way for a contractor to secure payment if a landowner refuses to pay. In such cases, if the contractor sues and wins, he or she can sometimes impose a mechanic's lien on the property he or she just worked on. This allows the contractor to force a sale of the property to cover the judgment. It is usually used when other attempts to secure payment fail.

Can a Troy, Michigan Attorney Help?

Construction disputes and disagreements can be very difficult to deal with alone. The assistance of a Troy, Michigan real estate attorney can make the process of dealing with these disputes much quicker and easier.

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Life in Troy

Troy is a suburb of Detroit, Michigan. It is a well-recognized area for its shopping and business centers. Troy has many buildings providing office spaces, and an upscale Somerset Collection that has become a shopper's favorite.

Interestingly, Troy was ranked the fifth safest city in the nation! In 2008, CNN Money also ranked Troy twenty-second on the list of the "Best Places to Live in the United States." Criteria used by CNN Money for the list include housing, education quality, economy, and recreation. Offering so much, Troy manages to be the fourth most affordable U.S. city to live in, with an apparent median household income of ,000.

Some famous people who have called Troy home include Sutton Foster, Ellen Hollman, Martin Klebba, Steve McCatty, Ivana Milicevic, Steven Yeun, and Bridget Regan.

The Top of Troy is the city's tallest building that is home to many offices. Law firms have also found a home in The Top of Troy. These firms train attorneys to provide clients with the best possible legal services. Therefore, residents and local businesses will never have an issue solving any of their legal matters.

Overall, Troy provides residents with a wonderful quality of life!

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