Section 8-2-43. No cause of action created; contractor's right to seek recovery from subcontractor or other professional; contract controls over provisions; applicability

   (a) Nothing in this part shall create any cause of action on behalf of any claimant or contractor.

(b) This part does not apply to a contractor's right to seek contribution, indemnity, or recovery against a subcontractor, supplier, or design professional for any claim made against a contractor by a claimant.

(c) In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this part and the provisions of any contract between a claimant and a contractor, the provisions of the contract shall govern and control.

(d) This part shall not apply to a contractor who is not required to be licensed under Chapter 41 of Title 43.

Code 1981, § 8-2-43, enacted by Ga. L. 2004, p. 500, § 1; Ga. L. 2006, p. 548, § 1/SB 573.