Shy Jackson and Ngo-Martins Okonmah | BCLP SUMMARY In this article, BCLP partner Shy Jackson and Aluko & Oyebode partner Ngo-Martins Okonmah are collaborating to discuss the most effective means by which to avoid disputes relating to construction and infrastructure projects or, where that is not possible, to manage them more efficiently. Disputes seem to… Continue reading Effective Dispute Avoidance in Construction and Infrastructure Projects
Month: February 2024
JAMS Neutrals Discuss Evolution of ADR for Resolving Construction Disputes
John W. Hinchey, Esq. and Leslie King O’Neal | JAMS Click here to listen to the audio In this podcast, JAMS neutrals John W. Hinchey, Esq., and Leslie King O’Neal discuss the evolution of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within the construction space. Their conversation starts with sharing their observations on how ADR has changed within the construction space… Continue reading JAMS Neutrals Discuss Evolution of ADR for Resolving Construction Disputes
Let’s Talk About a Statutory First-Party Bad Faith Claim Against an Insurer
David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates Let’s talk about a statutory first-party bad faith claim against an insurer under Florida law. A recent opinion, discussed below, does a nice job providing a synopsis of a first-party statutory bad faith claim against an insurer: The Florida Legislature created the first-party bad faith cause of action by enacting section 624.155,… Continue reading Let’s Talk About a Statutory First-Party Bad Faith Claim Against an Insurer
A Recent Washington Supreme Court Decision Underscores the Significance of Safety Protocol Provisions in Construction Contracts
Laurie Hager | Snell & Wilmer Under Washington common law, property owners owe a duty of reasonable care to “invitees” (essentially, persons invited onto the land by the owner), which requires owners to inspect for dangerous conditions and to make such repair, safeguards, or warnings as may be reasonably necessary for the protection of invitees… Continue reading A Recent Washington Supreme Court Decision Underscores the Significance of Safety Protocol Provisions in Construction Contracts
California Contract Law Update: Conditional Payment Clauses
Allyson McKinstry, Gregory D. Call and Rebecca Suarez | Crowell & Moring Recent developments in California case law have strengthened the ability to enforce conditional or tiered payments in commercial contracts and leases. Retail leases provide one common example of the contracting issue. Retailers frequently seek co-tenancy provisions in their shopping center leases, which address… Continue reading California Contract Law Update: Conditional Payment Clauses