Legal and Regulatory
The Pitfalls of Oral Agreements in the Construction Industry
Don’t make the mistake relying on an oral agreement instead of memorializing all project terms in writing. Having a written contract can help avoid misunderstandings and save time and money.
By Matthew A. Margolis
June 22, 2021
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by Matthew A. Margolis
Matthew Margolis focuses his practice on construction, complex commercial litigation and government law.
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