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Pressing Pause and Pressing Stop: The Strategic Use of Contractual Suspension and Termination Rights

by James T. Dixon | Jan 31, 2021
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Termination disputes can be costly, so contractors should understand their options and negotiate favorable terms before work begins.

Powering Goal Congruence in Construction Through Smart Contracts

by Michael Matthews | Jan 22, 2021
Contracts | Productivity | Technology

A blockchain record can allow smart contracts to bring counterparties together, freeing them to invest their energies into analysis, collaboration and continuous improvement activities.

Biden Proposes $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Plan

by Peter Comstock | Jan 19, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Policy

In a speech last week, President-elect Biden announced his plans for an additional $1.9 trillion relief package to further address the ongoing COVID pandemic.

Four Important Contract Considerations for Successful Green Building Projects

by E. Mitchell Swann | Jan 18, 2021
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

In green development contracts, initial expectations may create excitement about the project, but these issues can also increase the risk of liabilities for missed opportunities.

Expert Witnesses in Construction Cases: Will They Be Admissible?

by Natalie C. Fischer, Gary L. Brown | Jan 15, 2021
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

When calling expert witnesses in a construction dispute, know which standard applies, Daubert or Frye, to ensure that expert’s opinion is admissible.

Satisfaction of Lien Generally Requires Payment of Legal Fees

Liens are the go-to tool for contractors when payment is in jeopardy. Once filed and recorded, the lien encumbers the real property where the work has been done. For the property to be released from the lien, the lien needs to be satisfied. Sounds simple, but sometimes things get complicated.

Paycheck Protection Program Relaunched

by Peter Comstock | Jan 13, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, reopened the Paycheck Protection Program beginning the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers.

Dems Gain Senate Majority; Congress Certifies Biden Victory

by ABC | Jan 6, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Total Human Health

Democratic U.S. Senate Candidates Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock were declared winners of the two Georgia runoff elections held on Jan. 5, and Congress has certified Biden's victory.

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Pressing Pause and Pressing Stop: The Strategic Use of Contractual Suspension and Termination Rights

Powering Goal Congruence in Construction Through Smart Contracts

Biden Proposes $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Plan

Four Important Contract Considerations for Successful Green Building Projects

Expert Witnesses in Construction Cases: Will They Be Admissible?

Satisfaction of Lien Generally Requires Payment of Legal Fees

Paycheck Protection Program Relaunched

Dems Gain Senate Majority; Congress Certifies Biden Victory

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