Blake Robinson | Davis Wright Tremaine If a general contractor thinks its responsibility for ensuring a safe workplace extends only to its own employees, that belief is mistaken. In a recent case, the Washington Court of Appeals made clear that as long as a general contractor has or retains the right to control the manner… Continue reading Washington Court of Appeals Reaffirms General Contractors’ Duty To Maintain Safe Jobsite
Month: April 2025
How Can an Owner Discharge a Mechanic’s Lien After It Expires?
Michael D. Jefferson | Davis Wright Tremaine Mechanic’s liens, once filed, must be enforced by the lien claimant filing a lawsuit to foreclose on the lien. In California, the time for enforcement of a lien is 90 days; in Oregon it is 120 days. In Washington, a lien claimant has eight months from the date… Continue reading How Can an Owner Discharge a Mechanic’s Lien After It Expires?
Mediation Reimagined: Harnessing Joint Mediation Sessions For Better Outcomes
Stacy L. La Scala | JAMS When preparing for a mediation, counsel often pronounce that joint sessions are, at best, a waste of time. I disagree. My three-plus decades of experience in mediation of commercial and construction disputes have convinced me that a properly managed joint session is an important and valuable first step for an… Continue reading Mediation Reimagined: Harnessing Joint Mediation Sessions For Better Outcomes