Walter Wright, Jr. | Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard The United States Department of Justice (“USDOJ”) on behalf of the United States and Legacy Builders/Developers Corp. (“Legacy”) entered into an August 23rd Consent Decree (“CD”) addressing alleged violations of the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (“RRP”). See 40 C.F.R. Part 745, subpart E.… Continue reading Lead-Based Paint Rule Enforcement: United States and New York City Builder/Developer Enter into Consent Decree
Month: October 2024
Mastering the Art of Construction Dispute Resolution Clauses – A Neutral’s Perspective on Drafting ADR Agreements
Douglas Oles | JAMS Many neutrals may assume that they have little need for skills in drafting dispute resolution clauses. If so, they are wrong. In fact, there are good reasons why all ADR participants—including the neutrals—need experience in crafting the agreements governing such proceedings. Arbitrators constrained by poorly drafted arbitration agreements quickly learn the… Continue reading Mastering the Art of Construction Dispute Resolution Clauses – A Neutral’s Perspective on Drafting ADR Agreements
Extra Work In Construction Contracts
Karalynn Cromeens | The Cromeens Law Firm With all construction projects situations arise that will require work outside the original scope of the contract. What is the correct way to add additional work? Once a contract is signed by the parties it can only be changed in writing and signed by both parties. What does that mean… Continue reading Extra Work In Construction Contracts
The Virtual Shift: Navigating the New Online Construction Litigation Landscape
Michael Holt and Erin Weinstock | Rumberger Kirk The landscape of construction litigation has undergone a seismic shift in recent years. Gone are the days of crowded hotel conference rooms for mediations and face-to-face depositions. Today, construction litigators find themselves navigating the complex terrain of virtual proceedings. This paradigm shift, accelerated by COVID-19, has introduced… Continue reading The Virtual Shift: Navigating the New Online Construction Litigation Landscape
Owners’ Rights Pursuing Claims Directly Against Subcontractors/Vendors
Nicholas Simms | Porter Hedges In construction disputes, owners typically deal with defects within the scope of work of the subcontractor or vendor by pursuing claims directly against the general contractor. The owner, however, may consider pursuing claims directly against a subcontractor or vendor under certain circumstances. Potential Reasons for a Direct Claim Against a… Continue reading Owners’ Rights Pursuing Claims Directly Against Subcontractors/Vendors