According to the 16th Annual Construction Disputes Report from Arcadis, the average construction dispute in the US in 2025 cost $56 million and took 12.2 months to resolve. Preventing this loss of time and money should be important to all parties involved in a construction project. Negotiating construction contracts well, and […]
Home improvement projects can increase property values and make a home more attractive and enjoyable. However, these undertakings introduce risks for both homeowners and those performing the work. When formed and executed properly, Indiana home improvement contracts can protect consumers and contractors alike. Questions about HICA and Indiana Home Improvement […]
A home is often a family’s largest single investment. Homeowners sometimes want to upgrade or remodel some aspect of their home. This could be in the form of a bathroom remodel, kitchen remodel, or small addition. But when damages to your home occur as the result of construction defects in […]
Indiana’s laws governing residential construction contracts and warranties are intended to protect the various parties to such contracts. That includes both homeowners and service providers such as construction companies, suppliers, contractors, and insurers. The laws also provide a framework for resolving disputes related to residential construction damages in Indiana. The […]
Construction projects don’t always go as planned. From unexpected site challenges to disagreements over terms, there are many ways a construction project can get off track. Resolving Indiana construction disputes without an attorney can put your project—and business—at further risk. The attorneys at Camden & Meridew, P.C. are well-versed in […]
Construction contract clauses present unique challenges to Indiana property owners, contractors, architects, builders, vendors, engineers, subcontractors, and construction law attorneys alike. Parties to a construction contract must understand the nuances of both contract and construction laws in Indiana, all while trying to anticipate anything and everything that could potentially go […]
Construction law in Indiana provides protections for both contractors and property owners when disputes arise. The best protection for all involved parties is a written contract that establishes expectations and steps for resolving disputes. However, when disputes can’t be resolved without further action, an experienced Indiana construction attorney can provide […]
Construction defect claims can arise for a variety of reasons throughout the home building or home improvement process—from design to maintenance. Multiple statutes govern Indiana home improvement law. These laws establish terminology, set forth claims requirements and processes and detail appropriate penalties for improper actions or negligence. Experienced construction lawyers […]
Construction and related companies may work for weeks or even months on a project before receiving full payment. To secure payment, labor companies and suppliers can take a security interest in the project in the form of a mechanic’s lien. An Indiana mechanic’s lien helps contractors and those working with […]
Some people are not aware that when you intend to dig, you need to comply with Indiana call before you dig laws and notify the Indiana Underground Plant Protection Service, also known as Indiana 811. Compliance ensures that you do not interfere with or damage the property of a utility […]