Construction Litigation Attorneys
Whether you're dealing with a simple home renovation or a complex commercial construction project, construction disputes can result in significant financial loss, delays, and frustration. At Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon, we have over 80 years of combined experience helping clients resolve construction disputes efficiently and effectively. We represent a wide range of clients, including homeowners, homeowner associations, businesses, general contractors, subcontractors, developers, lenders, bond and surety companies, design professionals, and material suppliers.
Our attorneys are skilled in negotiating, arbitrating, mediating, and litigating construction disputes, helping clients move forward with their projects and protecting their legal rights. We handle cases involving:
- Breach of contract
- Collections
- Construction bond claims
- Construction defects
- Construction delays
- Home improvements
- Mechanic’s liens and materialman’s liens
- Property, land use, and zoning issues
- Public bidding disputes
- Remodeling conflicts
- Rights-of-way disputes
- Subcontractor performance issues
Thorough Construction Dispute Investigation
Establishing liability in construction litigation often requires specialized knowledge of industry standards and practices. At Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon, we work with highly qualified experts, including general contractors, structural engineers, soil and geotechnical engineers, statisticians, and architects, to support our clients' claims. Using advanced diagnostic tools and analysis techniques, we build a solid case to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your dispute.
Fair and Just Compensation
If you've been affected by a construction defect or contractor’s failure to perform, you may be entitled to compensation. Our attorneys work diligently to secure damages that cover:
- Actual costs for repairing and restoring damaged property, including costs for any contents damaged as a result (e.g., water damage from faulty plumbing)
- Compensation for loss of use and enjoyment of your property, as well as inconvenience and discomfort
- Appraisal fees, storage charges, and cleaning costs incurred due to construction issues
- The reasonable cost of renting comparable property during periods when your property is unusable
- Under certain circumstances, punitive damages intended to deter reckless or malicious conduct
- Interest on damages, as permitted by law
- Attorney fees and legal costs, if provided for in your contract
Mediation and Arbitration: Cost-Effective Solutions
Construction contracts often contain clauses that require mediation or arbitration to resolve disputes. These alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods can help parties avoid the expense and time involved in litigation. At Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon, our attorneys are experienced in representing clients during arbitration and mediation, working toward mutually beneficial solutions that allow construction projects to continue without costly delays.
By employing these strategies, we help our clients resolve disputes efficiently and effectively, saving them time, money, and the frustration of prolonged legal battles.
Contact Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon for Construction Litigation Assistance
If you're facing a construction dispute, time is of the essence. The attorneys at Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon are ready to provide cost-effective legal counsel to protect your rights and get your project back on track. Contact us today at our Asheville or Waynesville offices, or reach out online to schedule a consultation.
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CONSTRUCTION MATTERS
- Breach of Contract
- Construction Defects
- Land Use and Zoning
- Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA)
- Collections