Electronically stored information can be essential to discovery in litigation, particularly in construction’s document intensive industry. Here’s how to reduce cost of discovery and protect the case.
Defend Loss of Productivity Claims With the New ASCE Standard
ASCE’s Standard 71-21 – Identifying, Quantifying and Proving Loss of Productivity offers key principles for asserting or defending a loss of productivity claim.
The Pitfalls of Oral Agreements in the Construction Industry
Don’t make the mistake relying on an oral agreement instead of memorializing all project terms in writing. Having a written contract can help avoid misunderstandings and save time and money.
The Dangers of Sending Informal Project Communications
Informal communications are part of the record of what project teams are doing, but they can be used against a company in court. Create and enforce specific guidelines for project communications.
Surviving the Construction Law Backlog: Nontraditional Approaches to Resolution
Options for resolving construction disputes will vary due to uncertainty caused by the pandemic, including how it impacts options for litigation, delays and cost due to courts’ limited operations.
Minimizing Employer Liability Related to COVID-19
The best defense to a COVID-19-related employment claim is a good offense. Contractors should stay abreast of ever-changing federal, state and local guidance, especially those targeted at construction.
Leveraging Data From Construction Wearables to Disprove Fraudulent Claims
The data stored on construction wearables is accessible and valuable. It can be used to improve worker safety and productivity but also to win legal cases and disprove fraudulent claims.
Strategies for Resolving Disputes Arising Mid-Project
When disputes arise in the midst of a project, contractors should explore alternative dispute resolution methods that can help save time and money–along with relationships and the project itself.










