The construction industry’s use of standard form contracts (such as the AIA family of documents) is widespread and provides parties with consistent terms that govern their respective project ...

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently released the 2017 edition of eleven standard construction and design contract forms, and it plans to release revisions to an additional eighteen ...

The Independent Contractor Agreement is required when an independent contractor is providing goods or services valued at more than $50,000. Purchasing and Contract Services will sign the agreement on ...

Unless a contract specifically provides otherwise, an owner is not a third-party beneficiary of a standard contract between a general contractor and a subcontractor. This principle is illustrated in ...

You're probably used to hearing lawyers say to put the deal in writing, preferably before you start work. This makes sense, of course, because then both parties know the terms of the agreement: the ...

One of the best ways to protect your business from legal liability and misunderstanding with an employee is to have an employment offer letter issued and sent to the prospective employee. The employee ...