Aron C. Beezley and Nathaniel J. Greeson | BuildSmart When a government contract is terminated for convenience, contractors may find themselves navigating the complex process of preparing a termination settlement proposal. One critical consideration that often arises is whether the costs associated with hiring legal counsel to assist with the preparation of these proposals are… Continue reading Recovering Attorneys’ Fees in Connection with Termination Settlement Proposals
Month: March 2025
Changing Your Mind, for Whatever Reason – Terminating a Construction Contract for Convenience in Florida
Troy Mainzer | The Dispute Resolver Owner: “You’re FIRED! Please remove all equipment and leave the premises.” Contractor: “You can’t do that. We signed a contract and have done everything that has been asked – we are performing ahead of schedule, under budget, and the work quality is superb.” Owner: “Yes, but another company can do it cheaper and the contract… Continue reading Changing Your Mind, for Whatever Reason – Terminating a Construction Contract for Convenience in Florida
5 Trends To Watch In 2025: Property Insurance Market
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Game Changer for Adjacent Property Owners: A Unique Way to Exert Your Rights
Sean T. Scuderi | Tarter Krinsky & Drogin Property owners who face issues concerning disruption caused by buildings on adjacent properties often don’t realize or fully utilize the real estate laws that can protect and help alleviate related disturbances and interference. Section 881 of the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law (RPAPL) is an effective… Continue reading Game Changer for Adjacent Property Owners: A Unique Way to Exert Your Rights
Balancing Discovery and Protecting the Attorney-Client Privilege In the Insurance Coverage Context
Meredith Schilling | Zelle A recent case out of Colorado highlights the continued attack on the attorney-client privilege during the claim adjustment process. In In re: Hill Hotel Owner, LLC v. Hanover Insurance Company, 557 P.3d 798 (Colo. Oct. 29, 2024), the District Court issued an order requiring the insurer defendant to turn over all communications between… Continue reading Balancing Discovery and Protecting the Attorney-Client Privilege In the Insurance Coverage Context