In large-scale construction, delays, defects, and payment issues aren’t just inevitable; they’re costly. Whether you’re a contractor, project owner, public entity, or subcontractor, construction contract disputes can derail your project timeline, drain resources, and put future business at risk.
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At Hone Law, we represent clients involved in complex commercial and public construction projects across Nevada. Our Las Vegas construction dispute attorneys combine deep legal knowledge with a practical understanding of how large-scale builds operate on paper and on-site. We handle disputes involving contracts, scopes of work, change orders, design flaws, delays, and performance claims.
When construction disagreements escalate, we deliver strategic legal solutions. Whether through litigation, arbitration, or resolution, we’ll protect your bottom line and get your projects back on track.
Construction contracts are meant to provide structure and predictability, but even minor issues can escalate quickly in the high-pressure environment of commercial and public works projects. Misaligned expectations, ambiguous terms, or failure to comply with contract obligations can give rise to costly, time-consuming disputes.
At Hone Law, we help clients identify and address the root causes of construction disputes, including:
Payment delays are among the most common sources of litigation in construction. Whether due to disputed invoices, retention holdbacks, or stalled funding, we help contractors and subcontractors enforce payment provisions and recover what they’re owed.
Change orders must be documented and approved, but that doesn’t always happen in real-time. Informal agreements, verbal approvals, or conflicting versions of the work performed often lead to disputes over entitlement to additional compensation or extended timelines.
When a construction schedule slips, the finger-pointing begins. Delays can result from weather, supply chain issues, labor shortages, or poor condition between trades. We help establish responsibility and pursue or defend against claims for damages or liquidated penalties.
Defects discovered during construction or after project completion can spark complex litigation between owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and manufacturers. We help clients determine liability, enforce warranties, and resolve construction defect disputes efficiently.
From missed milestones to substandard work, breaches of express or implied contract terms can undermine project completion and performance expectations. We pursue breach claims and help clients protect their contractual rights and remedies.
Compliance with labor regulations, including accurate certified payroll submissions and adherence to prevailing wage requirements, is critical on public projects. Violations can result in penalties, contract termination, or litigation.
Surety bonds provide essential protection in both public and private construction. When performance falters or payment is withheld, we represent clients in bond claims, lien filings, and related litigation.
Hone Law bridges the gap between legal obligations and construction realities. We help clients understand the nuances of their contracts, evaluate risk, and take decisive action when disputes arise, whether through early negotiation or aggressive litigation.
At Hone Law, we represent clients in various construction-related disputes, ranging from straightforward payment claims to multi-million-dollar delay, design, and defect litigation. Our work spans both private and public construction sectors and reflects our dual strength in business litigation and construction-specific law.
In commercial projects, time is money, and every disruption has downstream effects on occupancy, financing, tenant improvements, and return on investment. Whether you’re a developer, general contractor, or subcontractor, unresolved disputes can stall construction, sour business relationships, and create long-term financial exposure.
We handle disputes across the full project lifecycle, including:
We back our advocacy with forensic schedule analysis, expert construction consultants, and a legal strategy tailored to the unique demands of your project and business.
An intricate web of statutes, regulations, and contract requirements governs public construction projects. From bid disputes to wage compliance, contractors face heightened scrutiny and less room for error. Hone Law helps clients navigate the unique legal and procedural hurdles associated with government-funded construction.
We represent contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in disputes involving:
When a contract is improperly awarded or a bidder is unfairly excluded, we initiate protests or defend procurement decisions per Nevada and federal law.
Public work contractors must strictly comply with labor classification and reporting requirements. We defend clients in Department of Labor audits and litigate claims of misclassification or underpayment.
Payment delays can breach Nevada’s prompt pay statutes, even when disputes exist. We help clients enforce statutory timelines or respond to claims.
We represent clients in disputes with municipalities, transit authorities, school boards, and federal agencies involving compliance, scope changes, and funding issues.
When payment is withheld or performance fails, surety bonds provide a legal pathway for recovery. We pursue and defend against bond claims with detailed supporting evidence and legal argument.
We advise clients on PLA obligations and represent them in disputes involving union relations, hiring practices, and jobsite conditions.
Public construction disputes often require fast, document-intensive responses. Our familiarity with project delivery methods (including design-build and CMAR), public procurement protocols, and administrative procedures positions us to deliver strong results, even in politically sensitive or high-profile matters.
When work gets done, payment should follow. But in construction, it’s rarely that simple. Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers often face delayed or disputed payments due to alleged performance issues or project disruptions. Hone Law litigates complex payment and performance disputes, including:
We dig into schedules, change directives, daily logs, and correspondence to reconstruct the project timeline and assign responsibility. Our team transforms technical documents into persuasive legal arguments.
Scope creep is common, but it leads to disputes when it isn’t properly documented. We help clients pursue or defend claims involving:
Our lawyers understand how Nevada construction contracts allocate risk, and we help clients assert rights under notice provisions, quantify added costs, and support claims with strong documentation.
We represent owners, contractors, and design professionals in high-stakes defect litigation involving:
We work with trusted engineers, inspectors, and forensic consultants to pinpoint root causes, assess repair costs, and determine liability. Our goal is to reach practical resolutions that protect your investment.
Construction contracts often allow for termination “for cause” or “for convenience,” but improper termination can backfire. We handle:
Hone Law helps clients assert their rights and mitigate exposure. We build fact-driven cases that account for contract terms, project documentation, and Nevada construction law.
Construction disputes demand more than just legal knowledge; they require industry fluency, document mastery, and relentless advocacy. Hone Law approaches construction contract litigation precisely, starting from the contract language and extending through to trial or resolution. Whether you’re initiating a claim or defending one, our approach is built to protect your project and your bottom line.
Every case begins with meticulously reviewing your contract documents, project correspondence, and performance records. This includes the prime contract, subcontracts, general and supplemental conditions, schedules, RFIs, change orders, pay apps, and certified payrolls.
We isolate key provisions—notice requirements, dispute resolution clauses, scope descriptions, indemnity language—and evaluate how they shape liability and exposure. From there, we identify the legal and factual leverage points that define your case strategy. We aim to position your case from the outset to support legal validity and practical resolution.
Whether you’re asserting a claim for unpaid work or defending against allegations of defective performance, we take a dual-track approach: prepare for early resolution while building a case strong enough to carry through trial or arbitration.
We consult with forensic scheduling experts, cost estimators, and construction professionals to craft persuasive, document-backed narratives. We also identify opportunities for dispositive motions or early resolution, without compromising your litigation posture. Our team is adept at presenting complex technical issues—delay, disruption, scope modifications, productivity loss—in ways that resonate with courts, mediators, and opposing counsel.
Most construction contracts include dispute resolution provisions that require mediation or arbitration before litigation. We’re experienced in all three, and we adjust our tactics to suit the forum.
When representing clients in mediation, we present resolution-focused arguments that maintain leverage. In arbitration, we operate with trial-level intensity, knowing how to present technical and factual evidence to arbitrators unfamiliar with construction nuances. And when litigation is necessary, we litigate with clarity and tenacity, backed by credible experts and compelling documentation.
We pursue and defend claims involving:
Our job is to translate your project experience into a strong legal case, supported by the facts, grounded in the contract, and guided by your business goals.
At Hone Law, we approach construction litigation with a business-forward perspective. We understand that every dispute must be managed with the bigger picture in mind: project continuity, financial viability, and long-term business relationships.
Clients trust us because:
Whether the goal is recovery, defense, or business continuity, we protect what our clients build.
Litigation should never be the default. Our attorneys work with clients at every project stage to reduce risk and prevent escalation. Our pre-dispute services include:
With Hone Law on your team, you get more than a legal advisor—you get a strategic partner who helps you stay ahead of problems.
If a construction contract dispute threatens your timeline, budget, or business reputation, Hone Law is ready to step in. Our attorneys know Nevada construction law, industry practices, and how to present a strong case when it matters most.
Call us today or fill out our online form to schedule a confidential consultation with a construction litigation attorney who knows the job site and the courtroom.
