This is a good news, bad news kind of story. The good news is that your landlord is committed to improving your shopping center. They...

We get lots of calls at Downs Law about Operating Agreements. Generally, it's a partner in a business where everything was going great -...

A contract doesn’t have to be in writing to be enforceable. Many industries, such as construction, routinely rely on verbal agreements....

Knowing how to avoid accidentally binding yourself to a contract while getting quotes is crucial to operating your business.

Even the best contracts are informed and written according to what is known at the time they are drafted. But as with any project, there...

For the fifth of the Top 10 Considerations for Construction Contracts, let’s talk about creating a timeline for your project. (Previous...

The big takeaway here is that you need to know for certain when and how you are getting paid so you have the funds you need.

Creating a solid contract prior to when work begins protects both the contractor and the client. Even small jobs can lead to big...

The construction industry is awash in work right now. With so many plates spinning at once, it can be hard to remember to take care of...

Initial considerations: WHO is responsible for paying you and WHAT are they paying for? We know contractors are extra busy these days –...

Anyone who has worked with Will knows he is passionate about what he does. This is quite evident in this recent interview on Atlanta...

Now that you have a judgment, how do you go about collecting the money you are owed? It may surprise you to learn that obta ining a court...

In previous posts, we’ve discussed who to collect from and what recourse you have against those who owe you money. If you decide to...

The CDC has reversed course and extended its eviction moratorium for most of the country through October 3.

Now that you know who is legally responsible for repaying the debt, it's important to know what your options are for collecting the debt....

The CDC allowed its eviction moratorium to expire on July 31. The CDC's authority faced increasing legal challenges.

Understanding how to collect a debt owed to you requires starting with the basics. The first thing you need to figure out is who owes you...

Owners often want their construction projects completed by a set deadline and will ask for a completion date to be included in their...

The draw schedule is the detailed payment plan for your construction project. It should be clear and agreed upon by both parties. It...

The CDC Eviction Moratorium is now set to continue until June 30. This is the third extension of the CDC's moratorium, which began...