Esquire Deposition Solutions The Washington Supreme Court recently approved significant revisions to that state’s procedural rules on remote depositions. Revised Rule 30 of the Washington Civil Rules will now allow remote depositions to be noticed without leave of court, subject to a very short time window for filing objections. The new rules also contain detailed restrictions on… Continue reading Washington Revises Rules for Remote Depositions
Month: December 2024
Colorado Decision Results in Major Changes for Public and (Possibly) Private Construction Professionals
Lance Collins and Michael Zehner | Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck A recent Colorado Court of Appeals sent ripples through the Colorado construction industry. In Ralph L. Wadsworth Constr. Co., LLC v. Reg’l Rail Partners et al. the Court of Appeals interpreted Colorado’s Public Works Act to not only bar any right of recovery for nonpayment claims to the extent… Continue reading Colorado Decision Results in Major Changes for Public and (Possibly) Private Construction Professionals
Construction Contractors Should Prepare for the Effects of Potential New Tariffs on Construction Material Prices and Availability
C. Ryan Maloney | Shutts & Bowen President-elect Donald Trump recently stated on November 25, 2024, his intention to impose tariffs of 25% on all goods coming from Mexico and Canada on his first day in office unless those countries do more to stop the flow of migrants and the opioid fentanyl into the United… Continue reading Construction Contractors Should Prepare for the Effects of Potential New Tariffs on Construction Material Prices and Availability
OSHA Finalizes PPE Fitting Requirement for Construction Workers
Jonathan H. Schaefer | Construction Law Zone On December 11, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced it finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry. The final rule adds specific language to the existing standard requiring employers to provide properly fitting PPE for construction industry workers. This change… Continue reading OSHA Finalizes PPE Fitting Requirement for Construction Workers
Preventing and Resolving Construction Disputes: Types of Damages in Construction Contracts
Jacqueline Greenberg Vogt and Boris Peyzner | Mandelbaum Barrett Construction projects are complex and, when issues arise, it’s crucial to understand the different types of damages and how they are calculated. Whether you’re an owner or contractor, knowing the types of damages you may claim or might face can help you prevent financial losses and… Continue reading Preventing and Resolving Construction Disputes: Types of Damages in Construction Contracts