Navigating the Legal Minefield: Strategies for Subcontractors to Manage Disputes

I'm The Gaffer

Are you worried about the potential disasters that could come from a legal dispute in your small to medium enterprise? Megan Shapiro, an experienced construction law attorney, shares her expertise on the high costs of litigation, the importance of proactive contract ownership, and the emotional toll of legal disputes.

This episode is perfect for those attempting to understand the legal landscape of the construction business. Megan and Gavin discuss topics such as insurance, rainy day funds, in-house legal representation, and Megan's personal coping mechanisms.

You can connect with Megan via his LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/constructionriskstrategist/

For more information about anything in this episode head to https://www.gavin-coyle.com/

0:00 Who is Megan Shapiro?

4:32 Development of Construction Contract Coach

5:50 Commonalities in Construction Contracts

9:37 Case Study: Catastrophic Claim Against a Tile Subcontractor

16:26 Importance of Insurance and Rainy Day Funds

18:57 In-House Legal Representation

30:21 Megan Shapiro's Coaching Programs

43:40 Personal Insights and Coping Mechanisms

45:41 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer this podcast is for you.

Gavin's guests, ranging from influential thought leaders to boots-on-the-ground practitioners, share their stories, successes and failures, and offer invaluable lessons and tips, allowing you to have a 360-degree view of the construction landscape. This podcast is a must have shared learning space for any person looking to achieve success in the building industry.

As a construction person, this podcast is your go-to source for navigating the complexities of the construction industry where success is not just built; it's crafted with precision, passion, and the right knowledge.

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