Experienced Legal Guidance for Your Ongoing Needs
Construction projects can be a serious financial investment for everyone involved. Van Valer Law Firm understands Indiana’s complex construction laws, including lien laws, construction licensing laws, warranty laws, breach of contract laws, and land and zoning laws. Attorney, Tom Vander Luitgaren and Eric Prime, will help you work within these laws to prevent obstacles to land development.
Van Valer Law Firm works with real estate clients on countless development issues, including the acquisition of land, subdivision construction, and creation of planned communities. Utilize the real estate experience of our attorneys to negotiate and prepare purchase and sale agreements, assist with construction loan disbursements, and help you with obtaining mechanics lien waivers.
Mechanic’s Liens
Disputes arise in many construction projects. When contractors, workers, or suppliers do not receive the agreed upon compensation for labor, service, or materials related to a project, a mechanic’s lien could be recorded against the property. Our attorneys are knowledgeable in the area of lien law, from the preparation of lien documents to litigation to foreclosure upon a recorded lien.
Our firm represents subcontractors and suppliers seeking to collect from general contractors, carpenters, surveyors, etc., and seeking payment from property owners who dispute the lien’s place against their property.
Our Commercial Real Estate and Construction Law attorneys have experience in collecting unpaid debt through a mechanic’s lien, enforcing lien terms, and even defending a mechanic’s lien filed against your property.
Home Improvement Violations/Construction Defects
If you are a contractor, subcontractor, or in the home repair business, you are at risk of prosecution under Consumer Protection Laws.
Van Valer Law Firm helps property owners recover damages related to construction defects in a new home or commercial building. We routinely handle cases involving:
Mechanical Problems
Warranty Violations
Roofing Defects
Building Structural Integrity
Foundation Issues
Improper Wiring or Plumbing
Deceptive Consumer Sales – Understanding Your Rights to Compensation
If you believe you have been a victim of unfair or deceptive acts or practices by a company or group, Van Valer Law Firm can help you understand state and federal laws and regulations that protect your interests as a consumer. Our attorneys provide the guidance you need in claims for fraud, deceptive trade practices, or breach of warranty. Our attorneys have experience in claims involving:
False Advertising Bait & Switch Practices
Hidden Charges Misrepresentations/Fraud
The Deceptive Trade Practices Act includes everything from customer complaints about advertised products to litigation involving service agreements and warranties. Under the Indiana Consumer Protection Act, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses caused by unfair or deceptive practices.