Construction Lawyers Charleston SC

Construction Litigation in Charleston, Summerville and throughout South Carolina

Construction projects are complicated. They involve several stakeholders, numerous contracts, strict timelines, restrictive budgets, and strict performance requirements. At Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A., we represent owners associations, property owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, and others in all facets of construction litigation in South Carolina. No matter which side of a dispute you are on, you will need a Charleston construction attorney to navigate any number of complicated legal issues that may arise during or after a construction project is completed. Whether your legal matter concerns defective workmanship, bond claims, delay claims during the project, or pre-construction bids and contract drafting, we have the necessary practical and legal experience to address your situation.

We represent all stakeholders in South Carolina, including, but not limited to:

• Owners

• Contractors

• Subcontractors

• Design professionals

• Developers

Whatever your role and whatever dispute you may be involved in, when you turn to the Charleston construction lawyers at Thurmond Kirchner and Timbes, P.A., you can be confident that you will have highly skilled advocates on your side focused on protecting your rights and best interests.

Our team is ready to discuss your case and legal options. Call us at (843) 790-0083 or contact us online today.

Construction Litigation Matters We Handle in South Carolina

Any phase of a construction project can give rise to a dispute between stakeholders, and these conflicts need skilled handling to seek a just resolution. At Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A., we are capable of taking on cases of all shapes and sizes. Our team stays current on changes in commercial and residential construction laws, and we are well-versed negotiators and litigators.

Our South Carolina construction lawyers handle a range of issues, including, but not limited to:

• CONSTRUCTION DEFECT CLAIMS: If a project fails to conform to applicable building codes, standards or construction requirements, the wronged party may hold another responsible for damages. Our residential and commercial Charleston construction defect lawyers can help pursue a claim for construction defects.

• WATER INTRUSION: Claims may arise when an owner asserts that design errors, defective materials, or inferior construction methods allowed water to penetrate and damage building components.

• SURETY CLAIMS/PAYMENT AND PERFORMANCE BONDS: An owner may pursue legal action when they claim that the contractor has not fulfilled their obligations for the project.

• INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: Coverage for property damage or third-party injury plays a vital role in the resolution of most construction disputes. Our South Carolina coverage lawyers can help ensure insurance companies adhere to the terms and conditions of their respective policies.

• WARRANTY CLAIMS: Owners may seek legal remedies for work that failed prematurely as a result of poor workmanship.

• DEFECTIVE BUILDING PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS: The use of substandard or defective materials for buildings can lead to property damage or personal injury. Our construction defect team represents commercial and residential owners asserting that the construction products and materials were deficient.

• BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIMS: These legal matters can arise when one party claims that another violated contractual terms and conditions. At Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A., we can effectively handle these often complicated issues.

• DELAY CLAIMS: These claims are based on the assertion that the project is not on track because of the at-fault party’s actions or inactions.

• MECHANIC'S LIENS: If a contractor or subcontractor has not received payment from a client, they may pursue a claim against the property to seek compensation to which they are entitled.

• PAYMENT DISPUTES: Conflicts can arise when one party believes that they have not received the required payment or that financial obligations have already been fulfilled.

• DEFECTIVE DESIGN CLAIMS: Deficiencies in the design or administration of the construction project could lead to premature failures or structural inadequacies that result in property damage or personal injury.

• EIFS, MDF TRIM, AND OTHER SYNTHETIC BUILDING MATERIALS: Use of synthetic materials that weren’t properly evaluated, tested, sealed, or installed have led to property damage.

Our Charleston construction attorneys are equipped with the legal background and knowledge necessary to fully investigate each set of circumstances, determine whether there is a legitimate claim, assess issues concerning statutes of limitations and statutes of repose, evaluate potential insurance coverage, and resolve the action as efficiently as possible. Contact a member of our team to discuss your legal options for resolving your construction dispute.

We Thoroughly Prepare

When a dispute is taken to court, it's essential to have a sound legal strategy in place to maximize the chances of a favorable award or verdict. While the South Carolina construction litigation attorneys at Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A. often resolve cases before trial, we fully prepare our cases as if they are going to trial from day one.

To prepare for litigation, our team:

• Gathers documents,

• Locates witnesses,

• Determines whether there is a legitimate claim,

• Assesses issues concerning statutes of limitations and statutes of repose, and

• Evaluates potential insurance coverage.

Our Charleston construction defect lawyers seek to resolve the action as efficiently as possible. Whether your legal matter concerns pre-construction bids and contract drafting, delay claims during the project, or claims for defective workmanship after completion, we have the necessary practical and legal experience to address your concerns.

Contact Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A. Today

At Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A., our South Carolina construction lawyers value our clients and appreciate the personal impacts a legal issue can have on their lives. That is why we take the time to listen to ensure that their voice is heard and their concerns are properly addressed. Additionally, we make ourselves available to answer questions timely and completely.

Learn more about our construction litigation services in Charleston, Summerville, and beyond by calling us at (843) 790-0083 or submitting an online contact form.