People often ask: “What kind of law do you practice?” When I say, “breach of contract litigation,” the response is often a deflated, “Ohhhh,” followed by: “Anything else? Like injury law, or civil rights?” In reality, contract law incorporates virtually every other area of law, because nearly every right can be waived…
Contracts Limiting Ability to Sue
If you intend to bring a claim for negligence or bodily injury, or pretty much anything, there may be a contract you had signed previously, which creates a defense to your claims, whether you realize it or not. Any time you plan on suing someone or some entity (a company,…
Home Improvement Contracts
Changes to the Law Our Pittsburgh lawyers handle commercial and residential construction law disputes. This article focuses on the changes to the law governing home improvement contracts. Welcome! Effective July 1, 2009, the Home Improvement and Consumer Protection Act, HICPA, made major changes to the relationship between home owners…