Richard P. Lewis, John N. Ellison and Jessica E. Gopiao | Reed Smith Reed Smith insurance recovery lawyers, Richard Lewis, John Ellison and Jessica Gopiao discuss the complexities of handling insurance claims after natural disasters. This episode covers critical topics such as the nuances of replacement cost insurance, business income coverage, and the impact of… Continue reading Navigating Insurance Claims After Natural Disasters
Month: June 2024
The Finality of Arbitration: Supreme Court of South Carolina Curbs Arbitration Panel’s Authority
David W. Owen and Will White | BuildSmart One of the several attractive aspects of arbitration is the finality of the decision. With limited grounds to appeal or vacate an arbitration award, litigants can generally expect a final award to end any controversy between them. There are, however, rare situations where an arbitration decision is… Continue reading The Finality of Arbitration: Supreme Court of South Carolina Curbs Arbitration Panel’s Authority
Mistake No. 4 of the Top 10 Horrible, No-Good Mistakes Construction Lawyers Make: Not Knowing When to Fold ‘Em
David K. Taylor | BuildSmart I have practiced law for 40 years with the vast majority as a “construction” lawyer. I have seen great… and bad… construction lawyering, both when representing a party and when serving over 300 times as a mediator or arbitrator in construction disputes. To be clear, I have made my share… Continue reading Mistake No. 4 of the Top 10 Horrible, No-Good Mistakes Construction Lawyers Make: Not Knowing When to Fold ‘Em
Is a Text a Writing?
Michael Yelle | Ahlers Cressman & Sleight Is a text message a writing? Project communication is constantly evolving, and text messages are an increasingly common way teams share pictures, video, and provide project updates. When texting is part of the communication flow on a project, contractors and owners might text approvals for extra work, notices… Continue reading Is a Text a Writing?
Should Commercial Owners Require Liquidated Damages?
Michael Jefferson | Davis Wright Tremaine Learn the pros and cons of including LDs in your construction contracts to compensate for project delays Commercial owners often capitulate when contractors hesitate to agree to liquidated damages for construction project delays. More often than not, owners should demand that contractors accept liquidated damages, in lieu of an… Continue reading Should Commercial Owners Require Liquidated Damages?