Changes in the Law on Lien Waivers
Among many things to look forward to in 2021, we can add a new lien law to the list. Effective January 1, 2021, Georgia’s Lien
Georgia Update: Automatic Renewals in Consumer Service Contracts
Georgia HB 1039 amends O.C.G.A. § 13-12-3 to provide additional protections for consumers who enter into service contracts containing lengthy automatic renewal provisions. Pre-Existing Requirement: For service contracts with an initial
Who is a “Contractor” as Used in “Unlicensed Contractor”?
A recent Georgia Court of Appeals case established a rule concerning the effect of an unlicensed contractor failing to disclose that he is unlicensed. In
IRS Extends Beginning-of-Construction Rules for Renewable Energy Tax Credits
As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, Notice 2020-41 extends the beginning-of-construction rule for renewable energy tax benefits under sections 45 and 48. Specifically, the
Coronavirus and Contract Obligations
By AHC Attorney Merry B. Luong The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused a global disruption to businesses, causing many to temporarily close and lay off employees.
Georgia House Bill Addresses Construction Statute of Repose
On March 2, 2020, by a unanimous vote, the House passed HB 968. This Bill seeks to clarify which civil actions are subject to Code
AHC College Football Rivalry
Tonight’s championship is a serious rivalry for Autry, Hall & Cook. Associate attorney Taylor Orgeron is related to LSU coach Ed Orgeron. Taylor is obviously
Construction Warranties and the Statute of Repose – Southern States Chemical, Inc v. Tampa Tank & Welding Inc.
Construction Warranties and the Statute of Repose: Southern States Chemical, Inc v. Tampa Tank & Welding Inc. David R. Cook Autry, Hall & Cook www.ahclaw.com
Georgia Supreme Court Clarifies Liability for Data Breach
In 2016, plaintiffs alleged an anonymous hacker stole personally identifiable information of at least 200,000 patients from an orthopedic clinic. The hacker demanded a ransom,
AHC Partner to Speak at the Construction Law & Government Contracting Seminar
David Cook will be speaking at the upcoming 8th Annual Construction Law & Government Contracting Seminar. The Seminar will be held on October 8 –
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