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What Is the Difference Between Breach of Contract and Unjust Enrichment?

by Mary Bacon | May 13, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Unjust enrichment can be used in litigation to pursue payment from parties with whom a contractor did not have a contract. But how it is different than breach of contract?

The Critical Need to Comply With Contractual Notice Provisions in Light of COVID-19’s Cost and Schedule Impacts

by James T. Dixon | May 13, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

As COVID-19 affects cost and schedule on construction projects, contractors must preserve and protect rights to additional compensation and schedule relief.

Natural Disasters Don’t Have to Be the End for Construction Projects

by Daniel Kapner | May 6, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Risk

Contractors must be sure contracts and insurance policies cover severe weather events and understand their rights and responsibilities so if disaster strikes, they can get the project back on track.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

by Steven C. Russo, John L. Mascialino, Robert C. Epstein, Zackary D. Knaub, David C. Jensen | May 6, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Project Delivery | Project Management

The coronavirus is generating unprecedented delays, disruptions and uncertainty on construction projects. Mitigate project impacts by assessing local shutdown orders and evaluating contract terms.

Congress Seeks to Support Businesses Through Pandemic

by Peter Comstock | May 1, 2020
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Policy | Washington Update

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted communities, the health care system and the economy. For the construction industry, the crisis has forced work stoppages, delayed projects and caused lost jobs throughout the country. While many [...]

Essential Contract Terms to Include in All Construction Contracts

by Laura A. Colca | Apr 29, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Don’t overlook three critical provisions in construction contract—scope of work, dispute resolution and force majeure. If problems arise, resolution will be easier and less costly for everyone.

Now Is the Time to Master These Construction Fundamentals

Now is the time for contractors to take a look as licensing, insurance, contracts, credentials, training and processes to prepare for what comes next and what will sustain them for the future.

How ERP Can Help in the Pursuit of COVID-19 Relief

by Matthew Pantana | Apr 29, 2020
ERP | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Technology

By accepting government COVID-19 relief, businesses also must accept the additional tracking and reporting requirements that come with it. What types of accounting, audit and reporting capabilities must be used to meet the compliance requirements associated with these new programs?

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What Is the Difference Between Breach of Contract and Unjust Enrichment?

The Critical Need to Comply With Contractual Notice Provisions in Light of COVID-19’s Cost and Schedule Impacts

Natural Disasters Don’t Have to Be the End for Construction Projects

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

Congress Seeks to Support Businesses Through Pandemic

Essential Contract Terms to Include in All Construction Contracts

Now Is the Time to Master These Construction Fundamentals

How ERP Can Help in the Pursuit of COVID-19 Relief

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