The firm represented a prime trade contractor in a dispute with a school district primarily concerning delay for a project that finished almost a year behind schedule. The school district blamed the prime trade contractor for the delay and assessed substantial liquidated damages.
Prompt action. Prompt resolution.
The firm was able to negotiate a resolution of the dispute — without the need for any litigation or arbitration — which resulted in the school district releasing its claim for liquidated damages and paying the contract balance.
Counsel: Jason R. Thornton and Scott M. Bennett