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Insurance Rates: What to Expect in 2022

by Jeffrey Cavignac | Oct 25, 2021
Business | Contracts | Cybersecurity | Economy | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Risk | Technology

As insurance underwriters become more selective and add restrictive endorsements, contractors should negotiate terms before renewal or find a broker who understands the market and construction.

Mediating Contract Claims and Disputes at the ASBCA

by Brian Waagner | Oct 20, 2021
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Risk

Here are six key factors contractors should know about mediating contract claims and disputes at the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals.

COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance for Federal Contractors

by Michael Schrier, Thomas Godar, Barbara Grandjean, Tom O’Day, Brian Hendrix | Oct 18, 2021
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Regulations | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Wellness

Federal contractors and subcontractors providing services to the federal government should begin preparing now to implement guidelines for COVID-19 workplace safety.

Defects, Delays and Change Orders

by Jacob A. Epstein | Oct 18, 2021
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Depending on how defects, delays and change orders are handled, the effects could be long-term and expensive.

Contractor’s Defense of Premature Miller Act Payment Bond Claims

by James McLaughlin, Brian A. Wolf | Oct 16, 2021
Contracts | Finance | Legal and Regulatory | Surety Bonding

On federal projects, subcontractors can make a payment bond claim if the contractor fails to pay them. However, a contractor’s surety cannot rely on a conditional payment clause to defend against the claim.

How to Navigate Scheduling Impacts From Labor Shortages and Construction Materials Price Increases

by Jim Gallagher | Oct 13, 2021
Business | Business Development | Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Project Delivery | Project Management

Delays don’t have to derail work entirely. Documentation and adaptability are essential to creating better outcomes for all parties.

The Best Laid Plans: Contingency in a Construction Contract Part II

by Josh Levy, Samantha Schacht, Katesha Long | Oct 6, 2021
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Determining who controls contingency funds and what costs can be charged is a project-specific determination depending on the needs of the project and views of the project participants.

Liquidated Damages: Six Points Contractors Should Understand

by Christopher B. Kinzel | Oct 6, 2021
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Here’s practical guidance on how contractors can manage liquidated damages.
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