Venue provisions in contracts can limit uncertainty about where and how disputes are resolved, but the prevalence of “home rule” laws in many states means that such provisions cannot always be taken at face value.
Merit Shop Construction Sees Wins, Some Drawbacks, in End-of-Year Legislation
While hurtling toward the 2020 elections, before the end of the year, Congress managed to enact must-pass spending bills and reauthorize the National Defense Authorization Act, while the House approved President Donald Trump’s signature trade deal with Mexico and Canada amid an impeachment vote.
Statutes of Repose: What Every Contractor Needs to Know
Given that many states apply a statute of repose to contract actions, it’s only a matter of time before the construction industry enjoys enhanced protection under all states’ statutes of repose.
Merit Shop Construction Sees Wins, Some Drawbacks, in End-of-Year Legislation
While hurtling toward the 2020 elections, before the end of the year, Congress managed to enact must-pass spending bills and reauthorize the National Defense Authorization Act, while the House approved President Donald Trump’s signature trade [...]
How to Ensure Immigration Compliance in Construction
The number of workplace audits is expected to continue rising in the coming years. Employers should take a proactive approach to ensure proper immigration compliance practices are in place to protect against possible future liability.
Ensuring Efficient Arbitration of Construction Disputes Involving Mechanic’s Liens
Contractors can minimize risk by knowing whether an arbitrator has authority to make factual determinations on the amount and validity of mechanic’s liens, and whether courts are bound by these determinations.
Forethought Is Key to Overcoming Construction Calamities
Here’s a lesson on what not to do when something is not right on a construction project. The right insurance policies and due diligence on the general contractor's part could have averted a tragedy.
Tips for Drafting Construction Contracts
Contractors must negotiate construction contracts with care and precision or they may not receive the terms and conditions they thought they had negotiated.












