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They say that "you can't fight city hall," but this is not true, particularly concerning eminent domain disputes. Government entities use the eminent domain legal process when they perceive the need to buy privately owned property for public use. Generally, reasons...
Anyone who has ever worked with a builder or contractor on a rehab project, remodel or new build knows that building projects have hurdles to clear. The challenges often become exponentially more complicated when they involve a multi-million-dollar commercial space,...
Contractors provide a wide range of services to property owners. Few construction projects are completed without some hiccups, but there are times when the owners unhappy with the work will file a lawsuit, perhaps using a construction defect claim. While not every...
Contingencies are a standard part of any valid contract, and ones involving commercial real estate transactions are no different. They address concerns over unnecessary risks and provide peace of mind if the buyer or seller spots a red flag that is either a...
There is much discussion about the cost of buying a new home right now. Once bolstered by low-interest rates, property values went up. Those values have come down just a bit, but high-interest rates are driving up costs, so payments for the same loan are up to 80%...
Anyone who has bought a home knows that the seller and the buyer rarely agree on the price. But the banks often put their foot down, providing loans only for the appraisal price. It can be a few thousand dollars in the residential market, but the gaps can be much more...
The Tyson Corporation faces a lien foreclosure on its Hillshire distribution center in Pottsville. It follows another lien filed against Tyson's poultry processing plant in Tennessee. The lien in Pennsylvania was filed by Primus Builders, which helped build the...
Those who breach a contract often leave the other non-breaching party in a difficult position. It can involve financial loss, liability or other complications. However, if the contract had a specific performance clause included in a valid contract, the breaching party...
Contractors and subcontractors, architects, designers, suppliers and others in the construction industry come across an owner, developer or builder who cannot or will not pay for services rendered. This situation can leave owners of small businesses in a bind and...
Real estate has been incredibly trendy in recent years. Just about everyone wants multi-use buildings. Millennials are renting at higher percentages for longer periods than past generations. Many fled the suburbs for city living. Many fled the city, looking for more...
