Jeffrey Mikoni and Matthew Putorti | Policyholder Pulse Location matters. Some states are more protective of policyholder or consumer interests than others. And so, where the case is ultimately litigated, and what law applies, can have profound implications for a policyholder’s recovery. In an effort to secure the application of a body of jurisprudence they… Continue reading How Forum-Selection and Choice-of-Law Provisions in Insurance Policies Can Affect Coverage
Month: May 2021
Statute of Repose-Is It Applicable to Contract Claims and Post-Construction Services?
James J. McLaughlin | Smith Currie & Hancock Contractors and design professionals face a unique level of exposure for lawsuits over their work compared to other professionals. With the growing complexity of construction projects, the longevity of buildings, and the increasing inclination for plaintiffs to file lawsuits over construction defects years down the road, one… Continue reading Statute of Repose-Is It Applicable to Contract Claims and Post-Construction Services?
Industry Leaders Discuss Construction Delivery Methods and Potential Pitfalls
Alexander Leon | Bilzin Sumberg On March 3, 2021, Bilzin Sumberg hosted its annual South Florida Redevelopment Conference. During one of the sessions, the leaders of our firm’s Construction Law Group, Joy Spillis Lundeen and Felix X. Rodriguez, were joined by Brad Meltzer, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Construction, and William O’Donnell, Managing Principal of… Continue reading Industry Leaders Discuss Construction Delivery Methods and Potential Pitfalls
Evaluating Smart Home Technology: It’s About More Than the Bottom Line
James W. McPhillips and Rachel Newell | Gravel 2 Gavel Outfitting a commercial real estate space with smart technology can be a significant cost. While the long-term benefits and strategic improvements we’ve discussed previously can make that investment worthwhile, the evaluation period is critical to ensure an impactful ROI. Property developers, owners, and managers should undertake a rigorous… Continue reading Evaluating Smart Home Technology: It’s About More Than the Bottom Line
Time to “Pay” Attention to Payment Provisions for Construction Contracts in Massachusetts
R. Thomas Dunn | Pierce Atwood I know what you are thinking . . . payment provisions have ALWAYS been key components of construction projects. Owners want to understand what they are paying for and that they are not over-paying. Contractors want prompt payment provisions and limitations on an Owner’s ability to withhold payment. Lower… Continue reading Time to “Pay” Attention to Payment Provisions for Construction Contracts in Massachusetts