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Keys to Successful Construction Contracts

by James R. Artzer | May 28, 2020
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Contractors can make contract negotiation and execution more efficient and less contentious by allocating risk, being reasonable and crafting provisions that protect both parties.

Top Considerations for Drafting “Pay-If/Pay-When-Paid” Clauses

by Dredeir Roberts | May 28, 2020
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

“Pay-if-paid” and “Pay-when-paid” contract provisions limit a contractor’s cash flow risks by requiring the owner to pay the contractor before a subcontractor can expect payment.

Are Construction Employers at Risk for an OSHA Citation Due to COVID-19 Exposure?

by Angelo Filippi | May 19, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

In response to the pandemic, OSHA has issued enforcement guidance directing its field personnel to investigate complaints, referrals, as well as employer-reported fatalities and hospitalizations to identify potentially hazardous occupational exposures and to ensure that employers take prompt action to mitigate hazards and protect employees.

Cannabis Clarity: How HR Leaders Can Account for New Laws

by Jenny Andrews | May 17, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

As marijuana legalization continues to expand across the country—as of Jan. 1, eleven states and Washington, DC, have legalized recreational use of cannabis and 33 states have legalized medical use—HR leaders in the construction industry must take note and take action to ensure worker safety and minimize legal risks to their companies.

Congress Seeks to Support Small Businesses

by Peter Comstock | May 17, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted communities, the health care system and the economy. Thankfully, Congress has acted with swift, bipartisan approval of significant emergency relief.

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.

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.
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