Jose A. Aquino | Duane Morris The recent decision by the Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Second Department, New York, in the case of Mikoma Electric, LLC, et al. v. Otek Builders, LLC, et al., emphasizes the importance of adhering to licensing requirements within the construction industry. The case revolves around a dispute where plaintiffs, Mikoma Electric, LLC… Continue reading Mechanic’s Liens and Licensing Laws: Court Ruling Highlights Strict Enforcement
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AI in Construction: What Does It Mean for Our Contractors?
Patrick Scarpati | Construction Executive Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the construction industry by enhancing efficiency, safety and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. AI in construction involves the application of advanced technologies like machine learning, computer vision and data analytics to various construction processes. Through AI, machines can learn and imitate human cognitive functions. The possibilities… Continue reading AI in Construction: What Does It Mean for Our Contractors?
Preventing and Overcoming Project Delays
Melissa Billig, Kenneth Block, Perry Chresomales, Brandon Reiner, Stuart Rosen and Hillel Sussman | Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt The key to the timely completion of a construction project is the preparation and maintenance of a comprehensive project schedule utilizing the critical path method (CPM) of scheduling. Preparation of a CPM schedule requires that all… Continue reading Preventing and Overcoming Project Delays
Construction Professionals Could Face More Liability Exposure Following California Appellate Ruling
Jamison Rayfield and Brian Slome | Lewis Brisbois The California Court of Appeal recently reversed a summary judgment ruling in favor of a geotechnical engineering firm that had conducted a brief inspection of a residential construction project’s footing trench for $360. The case arose when homeowner Cheryl Lynch experienced significant property damage after her home’s foundation failed… Continue reading Construction Professionals Could Face More Liability Exposure Following California Appellate Ruling
The ABCs of AIA Contracts: Legal Considerations
Shara Pipitone | DarrowEverett Whether you love them, hate them or this is your first-time hearing of them, the AIA form document set, created by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), are the most widely used forms in the construction industry today. AIA construction documents were intended to ease contract negotiations and the compliance process.… Continue reading The ABCs of AIA Contracts: Legal Considerations