Construction Litigation
Exhibits Made Easy
From defect claims to delay disputes, prepare court-ready exhibits in minutes. Handle large drawings, photo documentation, and voluminous project records.
Try It Free - Preview Before You Pay- Common construction exhibits include contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, daily logs, meeting minutes, inspection reports, punch lists, and lien releases.
- Naming files with date prefixes such as "2024-01-15 Change Order 7.pdf" makes ExhibitPrep order them chronologically on upload.
- A 50-document construction exhibit set takes 2-3 hours to mark manually and about 15 minutes in ExhibitPrep.
- A 150-document construction trial set takes 6-8 hours to mark manually and about 30 minutes in ExhibitPrep.
- Large-format architectural and engineering drawings can be stamped with corner placement so labels do not obscure important details.
- Site photo sets of 100+ images take 3-4 hours to mark manually and about 20 minutes in ExhibitPrep.
- Mechanic's lien disputes rely on exhibits such as payment applications, conditional and unconditional lien releases, and correspondence demanding payment.
Construction Cases Have Unique Challenges
Hundreds of documents - contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, daily logs
Large-format architectural and engineering drawings that don't fit standard formats
Site photos documenting defects, progress, and conditions over time
Complex chronologies spanning months or years of project history
ExhibitPrep handles the document volume so you can focus on the substance.
Construction Document Types We Handle
Contract Documents
- Prime contracts and subcontracts
- Change orders and modifications
- Bid documents and proposals
- Bonds and insurance certificates
Plans & Specifications
- Architectural drawings
- Engineering plans and details
- Specifications and schedules
- Shop drawings and submittals
Project Administration
- RFIs and responses
- Daily logs and reports
- Meeting minutes
- Correspondence and emails
Photo Documentation
- Progress photos
- Defect documentation
- Site condition photos
- Inspection records
Common Construction Case Types
Construction Defect Claims
Documenting defective work, repair costs, and expert reports requires organized, clearly labeled exhibits.
Key exhibits: Plans showing defective areas, photos before and after, expert reports, repair estimates, correspondence putting contractor on notice, warranty documents.
Delay & Disruption Claims
Proving causation and damages in delay cases requires comprehensive timeline documentation.
Key exhibits: Project schedules (baseline and updates), daily logs, weather records, RFIs showing delays, change orders, correspondence documenting delay impacts.
Mechanic's Lien & Payment Disputes
Payment claims require clear documentation of work performed and amounts owed.
Key exhibits: Contract and amendments, payment applications, lien releases (conditional and unconditional), change orders, correspondence demanding payment, mechanic's lien documents.
Time Savings for Construction Cases
| Document Volume | Manual Time | ExhibitPrep | Time Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 project documents | 2-3 hours | 15 min | ~2.5 hours |
| 150+ documents (trial) | 6-8 hours | 30 min | ~7 hours |
| Photo set (100+ images) | 3-4 hours | 20 min | ~3.5 hours |
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Construction Litigation FAQ
How do I handle large construction drawings as exhibits?
ExhibitPrep handles large-format PDFs including architectural and engineering drawings. Position stamps in corners to avoid obscuring important details. For very large files, consider creating detail sheets showing relevant portions with the full drawing as a reference exhibit.
What construction documents typically become exhibits?
Common construction exhibits include: contracts and amendments, change orders, RFIs and responses, submittals, daily logs, meeting minutes, correspondence, photos documenting defects or progress, inspection reports, punch lists, certificates of payment, and lien releases.
How should I organize construction exhibits chronologically?
Name files with date prefixes (e.g., "2024-01-15 Change Order 7.pdf") for automatic chronological ordering when uploaded. ExhibitPrep will sequence them in filename order, creating a clear project timeline for the court.
Can I stamp site photos for construction exhibits?
Yes. ExhibitPrep handles image files and PDFs containing photos. For best results, compile photos into PDF format with captions before stamping. Position stamps to avoid covering important defect details.
How do I handle multi-page specifications as exhibits?
Upload the specification document as a single PDF. ExhibitPrep will stamp the first page with the exhibit number and can add consistent stamps to every page if needed. The combined export will keep all pages together with proper identification.
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