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
Month: December 2024
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
Put Up or Shut Up: Court Grants Summary Judgment for Steel Sub in Price Escalation Clause Dispute
John Mark Goodman | BuildSmart An Illinois federal court ruled in favor of steel subcontractor Nucor in its contract dispute with Direct Steel. The project involved the construction of pre-engineering metal buildings for the Army Corps of Engineers. The general contractor, Direct Steel, subcontracted with Nucor for the supply of steel materials. The contract included a “Must Ship… Continue reading Put Up or Shut Up: Court Grants Summary Judgment for Steel Sub in Price Escalation Clause Dispute
Design Responsibility: The Need for Clarity
Shy Jackson and Rebecca Maxwell | BCLP SUMMARY In this Insight, Shy Jackson and Rebecca Maxwell consider what we can learn from the case of Workman Properties Ltd v Adi Building & Refurbishment Ltd [2024] EWHC 2627 (TCC) which provides a salient reminder of the importance of making sure the contract reflects the terms of… Continue reading Design Responsibility: The Need for Clarity
Harnessing AI in Construction Contracts: Key Insights for Defense Attorneys
Laura Colca | Goldberg Segalla Initially, legal research was labor-intensive, involving stacks of books and manual updates. The advent of platforms like Westlaw and Lexis significantly reduced research time. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents the next leap, offering transformative capabilities across various industries, including construction. The integration of AI in construction contracts is revolutionizing the… Continue reading Harnessing AI in Construction Contracts: Key Insights for Defense Attorneys