David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates It is common for construction contracts to include a choice-of-law provision or language. This is language that says the contract is to governed under the laws of the state of Florida (by way of example). Pick any jurisdiction. There may be other language in the provision, but the… Continue reading Quick Note: Choice of Law Provisions
Month: September 2025
Hiring the Right Expert For Your Construction Dispute
Lauren McGinley | The Dispute Resolver Construction projects are complex undertakings, typically involving multiple parties, intricate contracts, and significant financial investments. With so many moving parts, it’s no surprise that disputes often arise over delays, defects, payment issues, or contract interpretation. When these disputes escalate to arbitration or litigation, the technical and specialized nature of… Continue reading Hiring the Right Expert For Your Construction Dispute
Party and Counsel Ethics in the Taking of Evidence
Amy C. Klasener and Courtney Lotfi | Global Arbitration Review Introduction The taking of evidence – be it through documents, witness testimony or other means – is the foundation on which all arbitral awards are constructed. Ethical violations can taint evidence, or the process by which it is taken, and undermine the credibility of the… Continue reading Party and Counsel Ethics in the Taking of Evidence
Artificial Intelligence And The Construction Industry
Patrick Johnson | Honigman Typically, when one thinks of artificial intelligence (AI), computers using algorithms and data manipulation come to mind. Interestingly, the construction industry, which has traditionally been viewed as heavily labor dependent, has been increasingly utilizing advanced technologies driven by AI. However, given the early stage of this technology, the question remains: how… Continue reading Artificial Intelligence And The Construction Industry
IoT and Building Standards Are Proving Their Worth
Pete Miller | Risk & Insurance The insurance industry historically operated on a reactive model — responding to claims after disasters strike. But growing data now demonstrates tangible benefits of proactive approaches, from IoT sensors preventing electrical fires to building standards helping homes withstand hurricanes. I recently spoke with two Predict & Prevent® podcast guests… Continue reading IoT and Building Standards Are Proving Their Worth