David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates Here is a quote from a judge in an order after the bench trial of a complex construction dispute between a prime contractor and subcontractor on a federal project: The evidence received in this case demonstrates the dynamic nature of complicated construction projects. At every step, the details matter, and… Continue reading The Credibility of Your Expert (Including Your Delay Expert) Matters in Construction Disputes
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Construction Disputes and ‘Baseball’ Arbitration
Charles Jeremiah | Jackson Lewis A form of dispute resolution called “baseball” arbitration has increased in use and popularity in the construction industry to resolve all types of disputes, including employment disputes. The procedure has unique mechanisms that may be beneficial to construction industry employers in resolving disputes. Basics While long-used successfully in salary negotiations… Continue reading Construction Disputes and ‘Baseball’ Arbitration
Death, Taxes and Attorneys’ Fees in Construction Disputes
Garret Murai | California Construction Law Blog According to Benjamin Franklin there are two certainties in this world: Death and taxes. Let me humbly add a third if you’re ever involved in non-contingency civil litigation: Attorneys’ fees. As such, when it comes to legal disputes, sophisticated parties know that it’s not just about winning but the… Continue reading Death, Taxes and Attorneys’ Fees in Construction Disputes
Contractor Disputes Report Amid Amazon Warehouse Collapse Lawsuit
James Leggate | ENR Midwest Area first-responder concedes report highlighted by wrongful death case lawyer was only preliminary A contractor facing a lawsuit related to the December partial collapse of an Amazon.com Inc. warehouse that was hit by a tornado is pushing back on claims in a fire marshal’s report that highlighted possible “significant structural… Continue reading Contractor Disputes Report Amid Amazon Warehouse Collapse Lawsuit
Home-Court Rules and Construction Disputes: An Update
Christopher N. Thatch, Kevin O’Brien and Daniel D. McMillan | Jones Day In Short The Situation: A growing number of states have enacted “home-court” laws of varying scope that require construction disputes to be litigated or arbitrated in the state where the project is built, and under the governing law of that state. The Result:… Continue reading Home-Court Rules and Construction Disputes: An Update