Caleb M. Sturm and Hannah Jackson | BRG As a surge in utility-scale solar projects converges with shifting trade policies and regulations, new threats to project budgets and completion dates arise when demand for solar energy is at an all-time high. An unprecedented demand for solar energy infrastructure in the United States is on a… Continue reading Solar Field Construction Disputes Are Heating Up—How Utilities and Contractors Can Manage Cost Overruns and Schedule Delays
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Cement and Concrete Admixture Price Fixing Conspiracy Allegations Not Strong Enough to Survive Motion to Dismiss
Leo Caseria and Joy Siu | Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Judge Lewis Liman in the Southern District of New York recently dismissed antitrust complaints brought by direct and indirect purchasers against six major suppliers of concrete admixtures, cement additives, admixtures for mortar, and related products (“CCAs”), alleging that the suppliers conspired to fix prices.[1] Specifically,… Continue reading Cement and Concrete Admixture Price Fixing Conspiracy Allegations Not Strong Enough to Survive Motion to Dismiss
6 Tips for Government Contractors to Avoid, Neutralize, and Mitigate Organizational Conflicts of Interest
Aron C. Beezley and Gabrielle A. Sprio | BuildSmart Organizational conflicts of interest (OCIs) continue to be a critical compliance risk in the federal contracting landscape. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) mandates that contracting officers “avoid, neutralize, or mitigate” OCIs to ensure that government decisions are made objectively and without improper influence. For contractors —… Continue reading 6 Tips for Government Contractors to Avoid, Neutralize, and Mitigate Organizational Conflicts of Interest
Understanding “Beginning of Construction” Provisions Within the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Framework
Doug Jones and Jacob Stephens | Husch Blackwell Under the Senate Finance Committee’s June 28th version of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill (the “Bill”), there are several limitations and requirements that would take effect based on the date a project begins construction. For solar and wind projects, unless construction begins prior to enactment of the Bill,… Continue reading Understanding “Beginning of Construction” Provisions Within the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Framework
Protecting Your Case: Understanding Spoliation Of Evidence In Construction Litigation
Hunter Ralston | Cowles Thompson When construction disputes arise, the evidence often tells the story. Whether it’s defective materials, improper installation, or design flaws, physical evidence and documentation can make or break a case. But what happens when that crucial evidence disappears, gets destroyed, or is altered? This is where the legal concept of “spoliation… Continue reading Protecting Your Case: Understanding Spoliation Of Evidence In Construction Litigation