Owner Created Separate Prime Contract with Trade

A project owner contracted directly with a steel contractor, as permitted under the terms of the owner’s agreement with the general contractor. The owner was responsible for paying the balance of the steel contract, but was not liable for change orders signed by the general contractor.

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