Jill R. Johnson, Esq.

Jill Johnson is Senior Counsel at Chamberlain Hrdlicka White Williams & Aughtry. Jill’s practice focuses on all aspects of construction litigation and business litigation, largely involving real estate issues. She primarily represents local and national businesses and advises her clients on issues such as contract negotiations and dispute avoidance, as well as general business legal matters like risk management issues.

Jill received a Bachelor of Arts degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Clemson University and a law degree from the University of South Carolina where she was a staff member and editor of the South Carolina Law Review. Jill has been recognized by her peers as a “Georgia Rising Star” in business litigation, an honor that no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Georgia receive.

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If contractors do not alter the language in their contracts to take cost increases into account, they may be forced to assert difficult legal arguments for “equitable adjustments.”
Protection in Contract Language - Rising Construction Materials Costs
Carefully drafted contract provisions can help a contractor protect itself from issues of increasing material costs
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Failure to “sweat the small stuff” and comply with each and every one of the applicable procedures and deadlines associated with the filing of a lien will extinguish any lien rights and will, more importantly, prevent a contractor from being paid.
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Failure to comply with each and every one of the applicable procedures and deadlines associated with the filing of a lien will extinguish any lien rights and prevent a contractor from being paid
August 8, 2016
Given the amount of money and the number of important deadlines that are connected with the substantial completion date in a construction project, a contractor cannot afford to be tied up in litigation or arbitration arguing over the definition of what should be an easily-definable term.
Why Construction Contracts Need to Define 'Substantial Completion'
Ambiguous "substantial completion" in a construction contract can lead to disputes over a contractor’s entitlement to payment and impact a contractor’s right to sue under the contract documents
May 26, 2016
A poorly drafted arbitration agreement can derail the parties’ desire to avoid litigation and can result in the parties being forced to litigate their dispute in a courtroom.
How Enforceable Is Your Construction Arbitration Provision
With a carefully drafted, enforceable arbitration agreement, a construction professional can better protect himself or herself from the unpredictability of litigation
February 17, 2016
A number of states require strict compliance by a contractor with contractual claim notice provisions in order for the contractor to be able to maintain a claim for payment.
Is Substantial Compliance With a Contractual Notice Provision in Construction Contracts Good Enough?
Construction contractors should comply with every requirement of a claim notice provision even if substantial compliance is sufficient in that state
August 20, 2015
The number one rule of contracts is that the language should be clear and unambiguous.
Important Provisions in Construction Contracts: Part 2
This two part article will guide you through the most common provisions in construction contracts and the important aspects of each provision
February 16, 2015
The number one rule of contracts is that the language should be clear and unambiguous.
Important Provisions in Construction Contracts: Part 1
This two part article will guide you through the most common provisions in construction contracts and the important aspects of each provision
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Common Construction Insurance Policy Exclusions and How To Avoid Gaps in Coverage
This article discusses some of the most common exclusions in construction policies, and how to make sure that there are no gaps in coverage
October 13, 2014
It is critical for construction professionals to select the right type of coverage from the right type of provider given the frequency and magnitude of damages that can occur on construction projects.
Common Types of Construction Insurance Coverage and How To Select a Carrier
In determining insurance requirements for construction contracts, it is important to identify the risks associated with the project and make sure that the policy terms and limits are adequate to cover any potential losses
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