How to Handle Material Price Escalation on Construction Projects
Understanding Georgia House Bill 137: the 2025 Changes to Georgia Payment Bond Requirements
Georgia’s construction industry, particularly the public works sector, is poised for a significant change with the advancement of House Bill 137 (HB 137). This legislation, which proposes to raise the threshold at which payment and performance bonds are required on public construction projects, reflects a much-needed update in response to […]
How to Secure Payment on Georgia Construction Projects: A Quick Guide to Liens and Bond Claims
If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier in Georgia’s commercial construction industry, the risk of not getting paid is unfortunately part of doing business. Whether you’re furnishing materials or performing labor, you deserve to be compensated for your work. So, what legal tools are available when payment delays—or outright nonpayment—occur? […]
Empowering Construction Professionals: The Georgia Center for Arbitration & Mediation’s Role in Conflict Resolution
In the intricate world of construction, where every detail matters and timelines are crucial, disputes are almost inevitable. However, amidst the challenges, there exists a new beacon of hope: the Georgia Center for Arbitration & Mediation (GCAAM). As a premier institution specializing in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), GCAAM plays a pivotal role […]
How Subcontractors and Suppliers Can Prevent Payment Problems
Is a Notice of Intent to Lien Required in Georgia? Notices of Intent to Lien documents can be confusing to subcontractors and material suppliers; particularly those who work in–or supply to–projects in multiple states. That’s primarily because these Notices of Intent to File Liens are only required in certain states […]