Helga A. Zauner and Sonia Desai | Construction Executive Every industry has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and construction is no exception. While construction work was deemed essential in some places, it has been limited only to pandemic-related projects in others. In the current climate, construction companies face a myriad new challenges, including concerns… Continue reading How to Prepare for Potential Construction Disputes Resulting From COVID-19
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Advantages of Arbitration for Resolving Construction Disputes in Light of COVID-19
Emily Hermreck | Nuts & Bolts The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impacts on the U.S. state and federal court systems and has delayed the progression of cases awaiting trial. While many courts have remained “open,” they have considerably modified operations and procedures to ensure the safety of court personnel, attorneys, and jurors. Perhaps the… Continue reading Advantages of Arbitration for Resolving Construction Disputes in Light of COVID-19
Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams. Unlicensed Contractor Takes the Cake
Garret Murai | California Construction Law Blog Before the Kardashians, before Empire, before Crazy Rich Asians there was Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous with Robin Leach. The next case, Moore v. Teed, Case No. A153523 (April 24, 2020), 1st District Court of Appeals, is about the unfulfilled wishes and dashed dreams of the $13 million… Continue reading Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams. Unlicensed Contractor Takes the Cake
In Brief: Construction Disputes in USA
Michael S. Zicherman | Peckar & Abramson Disputes Courts and tribunals Are there any specialised tribunals that are dedicated to resolving construction disputes? With very few exceptions, in most states there are no special courts or public tribunals dedicated exclusively to the resolution of construction disputes. However, the federal government and various states have tribunals… Continue reading In Brief: Construction Disputes in USA
Claims Committees and Disputes in the Construction Industry
John Craig Q.C., Justin Duguay, Charlene Hiller and Jason Roth | Bennett Jones As the construction industry adapts to operating in a COVID-19 world, the effects of the pandemic will continue to be felt as the economy moves from crisis to recovery. Projects have taken an array of unexpected turns during emergency shutdowns and modified… Continue reading Claims Committees and Disputes in the Construction Industry