Construction projects are happening all the time in the Pacific Northwest and with them, disputes and contract issues arise. Whether construction is occurring due to flooding, fires, other environmental changes, or it’s just plans for the year- it is important to stay ahead of the game and keep your business operating smoothly and efficiently if something goes wrong. An experienced construction lawyer will be able to protect your interests and make sure your business can continue to thrive. This year, there have been flooding emergencies in Oregon and SW Washington that have impacted everyone ..read more

4 things to do before a power outage A High Wind Warning throughout the Portland and Vancouver Metro areas means your power outages are very possible Thursday. Pacific Power is offering residents some suggestions on how to prepare for a potential power outage. Charge up your mobile devices now Pack an emergency outage kit with a flashlight, battery operated clock, extra batteries, non-perishable foods, a manual can opener, bottled water and blankets. If a power outage occurs, check your fuses and circuit breakers Set aside candles, a flame source, and stock wood ahead of time if you have a wo ..read more

Let’s talk about liens. A construction lien is somebody’s right, whether it’s a material supplier whether it’s a contractor subcontractor – it could be somebody you never even met, you didn’t even know existed. But entity or person provided materials labor to your construction jobs. Even though you didn’t hire them as the owner, they may have been hired by a subcontractor, they may have been hired by a general contractor. You could and up being liened because that entity was not paid by whoever was supposed to pay them and even know you paid fully for the project you could end up paying again ..read more

Oregon Contractor Laws Part 4 Part 4 in our four-part series on Oregon Contractor Laws. Millard: If you’re planning to terminate your contractor, there’s several things that need to go into the analysis. Firstly, and the most important thing, is don’t act spontaneously. This must be very carefully planned and you really need to have a professional guide you through this process. What can a professional offer me? Millard: The benefits of getting together with a professional before actually terminating the contractor is to avoid the risks of having to pay the other side’s attorney’s fees and po ..read more