Blog Category | Business law

Construction projects involve numerous moving parts, and even a carefully planned project can encounter disagreements. When owners, contractors, subcontractors, architects, or suppliers disagree about their contractual obligations, a relatively small issue can quickly become an expensive construction dispute. Understanding common construction contract disputes in Pennsylvania can help businesses identify potential...

Business relationships often depend on contracts to establish expectations, deadlines, payment obligations, and responsibilities. When one Pennsylvania business fails to honor its contractual obligations, the resulting dispute can interfere with operations and create significant financial consequences. A breach of contract claim may provide a legal remedy, but businesses should first...

Business partnerships depend on trust, communication, and clearly defined responsibilities. When one partner stops following the terms of the partnership agreement, however, the resulting conflict can quickly affect finances, business operations, and the future of the company. In Pennsylvania, the partnership agreement generally establishes the rules governing the partners’ relationship,...

Starting a business in Pennsylvania involves more than choosing a name and filing paperwork with the state. The decisions made at the beginning can affect how a company is managed, taxed, financed, and protected for years to come. Before forming a Pennsylvania business, entrepreneurs should consider the appropriate business structure,...

Starting a business in Pennsylvania is an exciting step, but choosing a business name and filing formation documents should not be the first or only legal considerations. The structure selected at the beginning can affect ownership, liability, taxes, management, financing, and what happens if the business eventually changes hands. Before...

Construction warranties can give property owners important protections when work does not meet agreed-upon standards. For contractors, however, warranty obligations can create significant financial exposure when an owner claims that work is defective or incomplete. Understanding how warranties operate under Pennsylvania law can help both sides address problems before they...

Construction projects rarely proceed exactly as originally planned. A property owner may request additional work, plans may change, or unexpected conditions may require a contractor to perform work beyond the original scope. When that happens, a change order can modify the contractor’s obligations and the amount the owner must pay....