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Waiver of Consequential Damages: The Most Important Provision in a Construction Contract

by Jeremy P. Brummond | Feb 17, 2021
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

Detailed compromises on waivers of consequential damages may be commonplace in future construction agreements as contractors’ counsel may be wary of the risks assumed or transferred.

Using Lien and Bond Claims to Secure Project Payments

by Jonathan Cheatham | Feb 15, 2021
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management | Surety Bonding

When disputes arise on a construction project, mechanic’s liens and payment bonds ensure that rights are protected, remedies for non-payment exist and that they are enforceable.

Four Habits to Adopt for Safer Credit, Better Contracts and Faster Payments

With increased economic uncertainty, a rise in bankruptcies and continuing COVID-19 regulations, these four habits will help construction businesses protect their bottom line in 2021 and beyond.

Protect the Bottom Line With a Price Escalation Clause

by Jason Lambert | Feb 1, 2021
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

A price escalation clause can be inserted into any contract as a way for subcontractors or contractors to recover some or all of materials cost increases on a project.

Building Resiliency and Winning New Work During Uncertain Times

For years, industry leaders have been discussing declining construction productivity and the need for the industry as a whole to move away from aged practices and toward more productive digital processes.

What the 117th Congress Means for Construction

by Brad Mannion, Shreya Kanal | Feb 1, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Total Human Health

The 117th Congress will play a vital role in new the administration’s ability to act on its campaign promises for the next two years.

Biden Signs $400B ‘Buy American’ Executive Order

by Peter Comstock | Feb 1, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Biden's new EO echoes his $400 billion campaign pledge to increase government purchases of American goods.

What the 117th Congress Means for Construction

by Brad Mannion, Shreya Kanal | Jan 31, 2021
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Policy | Washington Update

Following several contentious U.S. House election results and two key U.S. Senate runoff elections in Georgia, the federal congressional elections have been decided, and the 117thCongress has begun its legislative session. As the new administration [...]

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Waiver of Consequential Damages: The Most Important Provision in a Construction Contract

Using Lien and Bond Claims to Secure Project Payments

Four Habits to Adopt for Safer Credit, Better Contracts and Faster Payments

Protect the Bottom Line With a Price Escalation Clause

Building Resiliency and Winning New Work During Uncertain Times

What the 117th Congress Means for Construction

Biden Signs $400B ‘Buy American’ Executive Order

What the 117th Congress Means for Construction

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