Construction Litigation

Construction Litigation

In the construction industry, litigation has become almost an inherent part of doing business. Construction litigation can encompass a wide range of disputes, ranging from straightforward contract and payment disagreements to more complex and expert-intensive cases involving construction defects, delays, and performance claims.

At Crisham & Holman, we specialize in guiding you through the challenging legal terrain unique to Colorado construction law. In Colorado, the Colorado Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA) plays a pivotal role in regulating construction-related disputes, particularly in cases of construction defects. Mechanic's liens, another crucial aspect of construction disputes and litigation, are a potent tool for contractors and subcontractors to secure payment for their work. We are well-versed in the Colorado statutes and procedures governing mechanic's liens, ensuring that your rights are protected and your financial interests are safeguarded.

Our team is dedicated to addressing your construction litigation needs, regardless of the complexity. Whether you're a contractor, subcontractor, property owner, or developer, we provide invaluable insights and support to ensure your rights are protected and disputes are resolved justly and efficiently.

With a deep connection to Colorado's construction community and a steadfast commitment to our clients, we are your trusted partner for all your construction litigation needs. Contact us today to address your construction-related legal challenges with confidence.

Who We Work With

Our team has worked with all roles in construction disputes, including owners (industrial, commercial, and residential), developers, general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and distributors.

Representative Matters:

• Representing commercial contractor in payment and performance dispute with subcontractor.
• Representing large mixed-use developer in various construction defect and payment disputes with contractors.
• Defending distributor of building materials and construction products in construction defect dispute with homeowner.
• Representing national home-improvement industry franchisor in variety of actions, including construction defect disputes.
• Defending residential developer in contract dispute with homeowner.
• Obtained satisfactory resolution for precast concrete supplier defending subrogration claims brought by general contractor's insurer for alleged defects in concrete installed at major office tower.
• Obtained an arbitration award for an international mining company against an engineering firm in a breach of contract dispute arising from the construction and design of a mill and its processing equipment; served as second chair for the three-week arbitration hearing.*

* Representative matters handled prior to founding Crisham & Holman LLC.

Publications

David Holman has co-authored the chapter titled “Express and Implied Warranties in Construction Law" in the Practitioners Guide to Colorado Construction Law (CBA/CLE, 2021, 2018 editions).