Construction sites have a number of risks to workers as well as visitors. Accidents from falling debris, faulty equipment, contact with heavy machinery and falls from steep heights all pose risks which must be minimized by construction site managers and operators. The...
What is the Prompt Payment Act in Massachusetts?
The Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act sets out the time periods within which payment for private and public construction work must be paid. The Act helps contractors and sub-contractors have certainty about payment for work completed and facilitates cash flow for these...
Navigating the Building Permit Process in Massachusetts
Any new building construction, demolition, repair or modifications to existing structures must have a building permit submitted and approved before work can start. It can be challenging navigating the permit process in Massachusetts and it is important to be aware of...
Can a Contractor Take a Lien On a Residential Property In Case of a Dispute In Massachusetts?
Just as a coin has two sides, so has a dispute between a property owner and a contractor who has supplied construction services to that owner. Let’s just tease that sentence out before explaining what rights in Massachusetts law both contractors and owners have when...
Tips to Settle a Dispute With a Residential Contractor
There are many reasons why there could be a dispute with a residential contractor. In fact, disputes between owners and contractors, contractors and sub-contractors and between them and suppliers of materials are commonplace. This doesn’t mean that disputes cannot be...
Understanding this Year’s Changes to Massachusetts’ Zoning Act
After years of trying to make more substantial changes to Massachusetts’ state wide zoning laws, state lawmakers finally made history when Governor Charlie Baker signed into existence the greatest shake up in legislation on state zoning rules in the last 40 or 50...
Home Improvement Contracts: Considerations In MA And Delays Due To Pandemic
Home repair and renovation projects don't always go as planned. A small disagreement between homeowners and contractors can blow over to courtroom battles. As a homeowner, unless you want to waste your time in a "he said, I said" courtroom battle along with the...
Choosing an Experienced Massachusetts Construction Lawyer
Are you tired of not being paid for the work you do on construction projects? Are you involved in a defect claim or worried about being sued? Are you fed up with leaving money on the table at the end of jobs? Are you looking for a better way to strengthen your legal...
How does arbitration work in a construction law dispute?
On behalf of Richard Mucci of Law Offices of Richard Mucci on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. Many contracts include provisions regarding how to deal with disputes. Construction law is no exception. Using arbitration instead of proceeding directly to a Massachusetts...
News And Thoughts On The Law In And Around Boston
The importance of online reviews in hiring a construction company On behalf of Richard Mucci of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. When Massachusetts residents decide to buy a new car, the often get on the internet and...
Construction law issues: Weather delays
On behalf of Richard Mucci of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Even meteorologists cannot accurately predict the weather beyond a certain point. Determining whether any delay-causing weather will occur during a...
Construction law issues: Staying on target to meet deadlines
On behalf of Richard Mucci of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Thursday, March 14, 2019. Bidding on building contracts here in Massachusetts requires understanding the potential client's needs, including deadlines. One of the biggest...
Residential construction law protects consumers
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Owning a home here in Massachusetts or elsewhere can be rewarding. When that home needs improvements, renovations or repairs, you entrust what may be your largest...
Mechanic’s liens must meet construction law requirements
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Thursday, January 17, 2019. Subcontractors, whether here in Massachusetts or elsewhere, expect to be paid for the work they do. When that does not happen, one of their legal remedies is to file a...
Construction law issues: Stopping work during a dispute
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, December 19, 2018. Massachusetts general contractors who work for the federal government may want to take some time to understand how stop-work orders affect their contracts. The...
Construction law issues between contractors and subcontractors
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Thursday, November 29, 2018. In many cases, when it comes to building, demolition and renovation, Massachusetts general contractors and subcontractors appear to have a united front in dealing with...
Looking for a construction contractor? Beware of scammers
Looking for a construction contractor? Beware of scammers On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Many Massachusetts residents want to make their homes their own. This may involve doing some renovations that...
How do indemnity claueses fit into construction law?
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. Every project is different, so every contract often is as well. This includes the indemnity clauses put into construction contracts here in Massachusetts and...
The types of defects seen in construction law matters
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Friday, August 17, 2018. Massachusetts residents expect that their property is well built. When it becomes apparent that defects in a structure exist, most owners will turn to the builder for...
Massachusetts Contractor May Be Liable for Building Code Violation at Owner’s Request
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Tuesday, June 21, 2016.Massachusetts law protects homeowners from contractors who violate the safety provisions of the building code. Unfortunately, meeting safety requirements can add to the...