Transaction Work for the Homebuyer
Before entering into a contract with a builder for the new construction of a residence, the homebuyer should have Jason P. Kane review the contract. Mr. Kane can assist the buyer in knowing the risks associated with the contract and provide suggested revisions before construction commences. By doing so, the buyer has an opportunity to seek changes to the terms of the contract that may be adverse to the interests of the buyer.
Commercial Construction Litigation
In addition to residential construction, Mr. Kane has represented clients in several commercial construction projects, which include the construction of highways, solar farms, commercial buildings, and mining operations. The litigation arising from such projects included mechanic lien claims, commercial contract disputes, highway construction contract disputes, Miller Act/Little Miller Act claims, disputes over back charges, OSHA/MSHA and other disputes with regulatory agencies, and bid protests for commercial construction projects. Mr. Kane’s clients have included heavy highway contractors, blasting contractors, contractors specializing in excavation and/or “dirt work,” concrete suppliers, roofing contractors, mining operators, and utility contractors. Mr. Kane has been exposed to commercial construction litigation as early as his years in law school when he clerked for Richard P. Ranson, a founding member of Ranson & Kane, PC. Mr. Kane has litigated commercial construction disputes in state court, federal court, private arbitration, and appellate court.
Commercial Construction Transactional Work
Jason P. Kane reviews and assists in the drafting of commercial contracts for commercial construction projects. He also assists commercial contractors with disputes that may arise during the course of the project. While a contractor may not always be successful in obtaining changes to commercial contracts presented by the owner or general contractor, at a minimum, Mr. Kane can advise the commercial contractor on the risks the entity may be undertaking if the contract is signed. Mr. Kane can further provide guidance on how to handle various situations that may arise during a project, such as delays, differing site conditions, defective plans, and the failure to receive prompt payment.
