Atlanta Construction Defect Lawyers
Providing Representation for Construction Defect Claims in Atlanta
When performing any construction, remediation, or renovation, it is the responsibility of the contractor, subcontractor, architect, engineer, or other construction trader to ensure that their projects are completed in accordance with industry standards. Sometimes, these responsible parties are negligent in their duties. This may mean poor workmanship, construction defects, or other issues that make your dream home or business unsafe or even uninhabitable, which could lead to expensive repair costs.
What are Construction Defects in Georgia?
One or more parties may be responsible for your construction defect claims. This largely depends on when the errors or negligence occurred. Depending on the circumstances of your particular case, the responsible parties may include:
- Architects
- Contractors
- Subcontractors
- Construction Workers
- Material Suppliers
- Building Inspectors
Defects may have occurred either due to negligence or malice. Negligence means the responsible party or parties were careless in their duties to meet building codes and/or contractual obligations. Malice means the responsible parties knew their actions would result in defective construction and violate their contract but went ahead with it anyway. An attorney experienced in construction law will be able to review the facts of the case, determine who, if anyone, was responsible, and what the extent of their responsibility is. They can help you negotiate disputes to hold the responsible party or parties accountable, whether this means negotiating a settlement, arranging for a contractor to repair faulty work, or even handling courtroom litigation or arbitration.
What is a Construction Defect Attorney in Georgia?
Construction defect attorneys specialize in cases involving faulty construction. Common issues with defective construction include:
- Structural Defects
- Poor Installation
- Faulty Wiring
- Low-Quality Materials
- Disreputable Material Suppliers
- Unsafe/Uninhabitable Structures
A construction defect attorney can approach a case in several ways depending on the circumstances. Sometimes, they can negotiate a settlement where the original contractor will repair the faulty work for free or compensate you for the cost of hiring a new contractor. In the event you cannot settle the issue with the contractor, you may need to go to court or arbitration. In court or arbitration, a construction attorney can represent you in being compensated for the cost of faulty work, as well as financial compensation for loss of use and even punitive damages.
What Should I Do if I Need a Construction Attorney in Atlanta?
If you or your company are homeowners or business owners whose recent construction project contains defective or faulty work, don’t hesitate to contact Oliver Hughes LLC, located at 700 Churchill Ct, Ste. 120, Woodstock, GA 30188, seven miles Southeast of Patriot’s Park and two miles West of The Centre at Woodstock shopping center. Our legal team has a combined 30+ years of litigation experience. We can represent you in your construction defect claims, negligent construction claims, or any other legal issue related to faulty or defective construction.
Our attorneys are able to readily identify if the responsible party is a contractor, subcontractor, builder, materials supplier, or other party. We can help you recoup your expenses,, get reimbursed for construction costs, and pay for other damages. Our firm prides itself on its extensive knowledge of construction law and applies it to every one of our cases. Whether you are a homeowner or business owner, no case is too big or small for us. We give all of our clients our highest level of dedication and work to help them reach a satisfactory resolution, whether that means negotiating a settlement or litigation in the courtroom.
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their home or place of business. Sometimes, those involved in the construction industry may be negligent in their duty to follow codes or be diligent in their work. If you or your company have recently had a home or commercial building constructed, renovated, or remediated and your property contains construction defects, don’t hesitate to contact the law firm of Oliver Hughes LLC at 770-230-1447 or email us for a consultation. We’ll fight for your right to a safe place to live or work so you don’t have to.