Construction Law Section
Foreclosure Hidden in the First Brick – The Forgotten Problem Behind the Extraordinary Power of the Mechanic’s Lien
Picture a Monday morning. A mason’s truck crunches up the gravel drive. The mixer rattles to life. The owner walks the mason to the edge of the property,…
Where the Mechanic’s Lien Breaks: A New Construction Case from the N.C. Court of Appeals
A first-person reflection on K. Lee Builders, Inc. v. Barnes, No. COA25-1029 (N.C. Ct. App. July 1, 2026) — decided this month. It was raining the day I…
What Your Client Searches in AI Makes Headaches for Litigators
Interactive AI tools have become routine for research, drafting and brainstorming. Although these chats can feel transient and private, they often are…
How Young Lawyers Can Build a Construction Practice
For young lawyers, construction law may seem like a difficult field to enter. It has its own vocabulary, its own documents, and its own pace. Clients often…
Modular Construction in North Carolina
The use of the modular construction method is on the rise with both commercial and residential builders in North Carolina. Benefitting contractors and owners…
North Carolina Court of Appeals Enforces Out-of-State Arbitration Clause in Case of First Impression
In a case of first impression, the North Carolina Court of Appeals in Earnhardt Plumbing, LLC v. Thomas Builders, Inc., No. COA25-36 (N.C. Ct. App. Nov. 19,…
Have a Project? A Lawyer’s Guide to Vetting Contractors in North Carolina
Hiring the wrong contractor can turn a project into a headache or a lawsuit. The steps below are simple, practical checks you can do to lower your risk.…
Noncompetes: Where We Actually Are Now
The nationwide noncompete ban is dead. In April 2024, the FTC tried to roll out a sweeping rule that would have voided most noncompetes across the country.…
Updated Construction Law Section Bylaws
The Construction Law Section is pleased to share that our bylaws have been updated. The current version is attached here for member reference. This document…
A Contractor’s Guide to Lost Profit Claims in North Carolina
You’re a contractor. You landed the job, and it’s a solid one. Clear scope, decent margins, and your workers are ready to roll. You’ve blocked your…