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If you’ve thought about using AI to make the process of drafting, reading, and negotiating contracts easier, you’re not alone.

But according to today’s guest, relying on AI for your contracts could be a costly mistake. Because the reality is: AI is only as good as the knowledge of the user.

In this week’s episode of Contractor Evolution, we sit down with construction lawyer Megan Shapiro to break down what’s actually happening inside the agreements you’re signing, and how to negotiate them in a way that makes you more profit, keeps you out of legal trouble and empowers you to safely incorporate AI where appropriate.

You’ll learn:

The biggest contract clauses that quietly kill your margins
How to spot red flags (before they cost you)
A simple three part framework to review and negotiate contracts with confidence
Where it’s appropriate to use AI in your negotiations (and where it can trigger a legal disaster)

00:00-Intro

05:49-Trade Contractor Contract Rights

07:22-Risks and Common Pitfalls

10:16-Introducing The OWN Framework

17:13-Weighing Specific Contract Provisions

29:29-Change Orders And Delays

39:27-Healthy Professional Negotiation Strategies

47:53-AI In Contract Management