Legal and Regulatory

The Growth of BIM and Its Impact on Contractor Risk

BIM has many benefits—and may reduce legal expenses as well. As the technology approaches the level of full adoption, that is an issue worth watching.
By James T. Dixon and Alexandra V. Dattilo
September 6, 2020
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by James T. Dixon
Jim Dixon helps members of the construction industry manage risk, avoid loss, and resolve disputes on projects throughout the country. Jim drafts and negotiates construction contracts, advises clients during construction, and resolves disputes through mediation, arbitration and litigation. He has handled claims related to defective construction, schedule delays, disruption and acceleration, differing site conditions, unapproved change orders, payment and performance bonds, and mechanic’s liens. Jim is adept at advancing bid protests on public projects, in resolving disputes on tunneling projects, and in addressing disputes on projects utilizing the integrated project delivery system.
by Alexandra V. Dattilo
Alexandra Dattilo has hands-on experience representing clients in mediations, arbitrations and court hearings. She helps resolve various types of disputes, including those with employees, vendors, business partners and contractors. She has significant experience in managing complex discovery for insurance recovery cases, products liability and general business litigation. Alexandra is recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, a service of Thomson Reuters’ legal division (2015-2020). 

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