Commercial Real Estate Litigation
We are an experienced real estate litigation firm, having handled numerous commercial and residential real estate disputes, including:
- Construction defects and breach of development contracts
- Breach of commercial leases by rental payment failures, maintenance problems, landlord wrongdoing or non-conforming uses under the contract
- Fair market value disputes
- Undisclosed contamination and groundwater pollution issues
- Problems with easements and other encumbrances
- Management contract litigation
Early consultation with legal counsel is recommended so that a strategy can be developed and implemented on a timely basis to mitigate risk or to maximize the opportunities for recovery.
Residential Real Estate Litigation
Few things are more devasting to a home buyer that realizing that you are the victim of a seller’s failure to disclose a problem or defect, or a contractor’s unethical business practices. We are routinely hired to represent clients who are facing problems after buying a home or hiring a contractor, including:
- Construction defects
- Contractor issues
- Breach of Seller’s Warranties
Claims under the Texas Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA)
Claims against builders and contractors can be complex. Under the RCLA, economic damages can be limited to certain types of damages, and all losses may not be recoverable. For instance, moving costs, mental anguish and loss of use are generally not recoverable under the RCLA. Likewise, the costs of engineering consultants can be recovered, but the procedure for recovery of these expenses can be complex.
The law governing the rights you may have against a contractor or seller often change. Accordingly, it is critical to consult with an experienced residential litigation attorney as soon as you know about the issue. We can help you navigate the minefield, resolve the issue, and find peace.