Emily H Breece

Emily H Breece

October 11, 2022 | Daily Report Online

Changes to Georgia Government Construction Contracts May Reduce Confusion and Disputes

The changes are the result of Georgia Senate Bill 438, which went into effect on July 1. The new law eliminates some confusion as to when a local government must stop or may restart withholding retainage—two areas that had previously led to disputes.

By Cheryl V. Shaw and Emily H. Breece

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