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Certifying a Government Construction Claim

by Mary Bacon | Mar 30, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

State and federal governments may require a contractor to certify a claim. If the claim is unsupported or improperly filed, it could lead to liability. Understand the agreement and heed these tips.

How to Transfer Some of That Risk

by Patrick Barthet | Mar 29, 2019
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk | Risk Management

Contractors may think hold harmless, indemnification and duty to defend have the same meaning, but each has different and serious implications.

Subcontractor Claims: Tips to Avoid and Bolster Potential Claims Against General Contractors

by Richard J. Tyler, Christopher D. Cazenave | Mar 19, 2019
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Risk Management | Safety

A recent court case reaffirmed core principles for avoiding subcontractor claims - read the contract, document, don’t write anything that shouldn’t be used in a trial, and clarify and confirm.

Maintaining Relationships With Higher-Tiered Subcontractors While Considering a Claim

by Mary Bacon | Mar 15, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Subcontractors pursuing a claim against a higher-tiered subcontractor need to walk a fine line. Here are tips for making the best of a difficult situation without jeopardizing relationships.

Five Issues to Consider Before Signing a Liquidation Agreement

by Mary Bacon | Mar 5, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Before signing a liquidation agreement, consider all the issues.

Government Contracting Disputes: Procedure Is King in Getting the Claim Right

by Brian V. Johnson, W. Barron A. Avery | Mar 1, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Critical to the successful resolution of any dispute in the government contracting arena is starting the claim off right.

Data Safety and Security On and Off the Jobsite

by Brian Schrader | Feb 5, 2019
Cybersecurity | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Establishing security measures before sharing data with subcontractors and suppliers will protect everyone from cyber threats.

Project Delay, Now and Later

by Matthew J. Whipple | Feb 1, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

A recent decision from the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals affirmed that contractors don’t need to wait until contract completion to litigate delay claims.
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