Brent Pearson | Construction Executive When it comes to commercial properties, it pays to be prepared. However, there are few things as unpredictable as the weather. With there being several weeks left in hurricane season, the weather can have quite an impact on the foundations of different properties. Whether it’s a new home or a… Continue reading How Does Weather Impact a Foundation?
Month: January 2022
The Best Laid Plans: Contingency in a Construction Contract Part II
Samantha Schact, Katesha Long and Josh Levy | Construction Executive This is the second article in a three-part series on construction contingencies. The first article is The Best Laid Plans: Contingency in a Construction Contract. WHO CONTROLS THE CONTINGENCY? Construction contingencies can be an excellent tool to help plan for the unexpected on construction projects, but… Continue reading The Best Laid Plans: Contingency in a Construction Contract Part II
Recommendations and Drafting Considerations for Construction Contingency Clauses Part III
Samantha Schacht | Construction Executive The best contracts provide the parties with a clear allocation of risks and responsibilities, and a process for handling inevitable project challenges. Contract negotiations can enable parties to have the difficult conversations allocating risks before the start of a project. An effective negotiation, in turn, aligns the parties’ expectations and… Continue reading Recommendations and Drafting Considerations for Construction Contingency Clauses Part III
Supply-Chain Delays—Tactics for Recovering From an Out-of-Control Project
Michael F. McKenna and Jennifer R. Budd | Construction Law Now Blog For contractors trying to navigate the construction industry’s current supply-chain battles, President Dwight D. Eisenhower once articulated advice that, although not about the industry’s problem, is still right on point: “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but… Continue reading Supply-Chain Delays—Tactics for Recovering From an Out-of-Control Project
Use of Dispute Review Boards in the Construction Process
Sarah B. Biser, Esq. | ConsensusDocs Dispute Review Boards: Overview Problems, disagreements and claims arise in most large and complex construction projects regardless of the project delivery method. These disputes can and do delay and significantly increase the cost of the project. Dispute Review Boards, also known as Dispute Resolution Board, Dispute Board, Dispute Avoidance… Continue reading Use of Dispute Review Boards in the Construction Process