Author: J Patrick Diener

A contract of adhesion is one that is prepared by one party to the transaction and presented to the other on a take it or leave it basis.  These are most likely to arise in relationships between businesses and consumers (as opposed to relationships between two individuals or relationships between businesses).  Adhesion contracts are most… Read More

One might think that the “handshake deal” is a thing of the past but it continues to thrive in the construction industry.  After representing many contractors in various lawsuits with owners and other contractors, I have concluded that almost everything comes down to the quality of the contract between parties.  Surprisingly, as often as not,… Read More