Lindsey Davis and Bryan Lee | Zelle Insurers must generally pay statutory preaward interest on Minnesota appraisal awards under commercial and residential property policies unless the policy expressly prohibits such interest. Recent decisions confirm that Minnesota courts will enforce policy provisions barring preaward interest. Recovery of interest is based on Minnesota Statute section 549.09, which governs… Continue reading Minnesota Courts Enforce Policy Provisions Barring Preaward Interest on Appraisal Awards
Month: February 2026
The Financial Damages Model for Loss of Value
A. Scott Davidson, Sid Jaishankar, Ashley Houlden, and Michael Sherlock | Kroll Introduction Damages are generally calculated as either a loss of income or a loss of capital. When damages are determined on account of a loss of capital, it is often necessary to perform a valuation of an asset or business. This chapter is… Continue reading The Financial Damages Model for Loss of Value
AI in Construction – for Industry Leaders and Lawyers
Kathryn Van Namen | Butler Snow Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in the construction industry. It’s present in the day-to-day workflow of owners, contractors, design professionals, and construction lawyers. As such, the practical question is not “Will we use AI?” but “How can we use it responsibly, and how does it change… Continue reading AI in Construction – for Industry Leaders and Lawyers
Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
Joseph Evans | Lasher Washington’s construction lien statutes provide contractors with remedies to secure payment from property owners for furnished labor and/or materials. These statutory requirements are strictly enforced, and even minor mistakes can invalidate an otherwise legitimate lien and eliminate a contractor’s ability to foreclose. The following are some of the most common mistakes… Continue reading Common Mistakes that Render a Construction or Mechanics’ Lien Invalid
Insurance Shifts to Modular Deployment
Galina Fendikevich | Insurance Thought Leadership For many in the insurance industry, 2025 was the year of the “AI Reality Check.” After a whirlwind of excitement surrounding generative models, many carriers found themselves navigating a landscape cluttered with broken promises and stalled pilots. As we look toward meaningful innovation in 2026, the path forward requires… Continue reading Insurance Shifts to Modular Deployment