Termination of Contractor for Cause (Construction) | Practical Law

Termination of Contractor for Cause (Construction) | Practical Law

Standard Clauses describing the circumstances under which an owner can terminate a prime or general contractor for an event of default under the parties' construction contract. They include the grounds for termination, notice requirements and an opportunity to cure, and describe the rights of the owner following termination. These Standard Clauses contain integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips to protect an owner when terminating a contractor for cause. While construction contracts contain provisions that may be governed by state law, these jurisdictionally neutral Standard Clauses are useful and relevant in every state.

Termination of Contractor for Cause (Construction)

Practical Law Standard Clauses 3-609-5887 (Approx. 11 pages)

Termination of Contractor for Cause (Construction)

by Practical Law Real Estate
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Standard Clauses describing the circumstances under which an owner can terminate a prime or general contractor for an event of default under the parties' construction contract. They include the grounds for termination, notice requirements and an opportunity to cure, and describe the rights of the owner following termination. These Standard Clauses contain integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips to protect an owner when terminating a contractor for cause. While construction contracts contain provisions that may be governed by state law, these jurisdictionally neutral Standard Clauses are useful and relevant in every state.