Federal Rule of Evidence 404(b) is significantly underutilized in civil construction cases.
Implementing ASC 606
FASB’s new revenue recognition standard, ASC 606, takes effect in December 2018 and will significantly affect how contractors recognize revenue.
Farewell John Hancock: The Emerging Use of Digital Signatures Archived
While the law allows electronic signatures by parties and notaries, some contracting parties may still require an original signature. Here’s a quick primer on federal, state and notary issues.
A Capitol Hill and State Legislative Update
States are not waiting for Congress to act. Eight states increased their gas tax this year to fund needed infrastructure projects, and 26 states have raised their gas tax in the last four years.
Gauging the Swing of the Republican Pendulum
Gravity is a force of nature that the GOP will need to defy in 2018.
The Federal Preemption Bind on Local Energy Policy
When it comes to energy efficiency in buildings, rapid technological advances are being undermined by outdated regulations.
Stay Compliant With the Updated NPDES Permit
The most controversial and significant change is language making all operators at a site jointly and severally liable for any permit violation.
Jersey City Adopts PLA Requirements
City councilmembers voted 6-3 to approve a measure that rewrites Jersey City’s project labor agreements to require developers to hire union and local workers for city-subsidized construction projects exceeding $25 million.










