Christopher Rifer | Stoel Rives When it comes to selecting a general contractor for a construction project, owners’ typical considerations are clear: the contractor’s experience, its vision for the job, the quality of its work, and — of course — price. Likewise, when a subcontractor is deciding whether to bid for a scope of work… Continue reading General Contractor Solvency: The Fulcrum of Liability in Disputes
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From Dirt to Done: The Case for Rebuilding the Construction Industry—Intelligently
Tamara Boeck | Stoel Rives Construction remains one of the last industries where the product is truly handmade. Even in an age of automation, buildings are assembled by dozens and dozens of trades coordinating on-site—often under immense pressure. When teams are aligned, it’s an orchestra. When they’re not, it’s a lawsuit waiting to be filed.… Continue reading From Dirt to Done: The Case for Rebuilding the Construction Industry—Intelligently
Tips for Government Contractors to Get the Most Out of Debriefings
Aron C. Beezley and Gabrielle A. Sprio | BuildSmart Debriefings can be one of the most valuable opportunities for government contractors in the procurement process. Whether you win or lose a competition, a well-conducted debriefing provides insight into the agency’s evaluation, helps strengthen future proposals, and preserves certain protest rights. To maximize these benefits, contractors… Continue reading Tips for Government Contractors to Get the Most Out of Debriefings
Louisiana Enacts New Requirements on Roofing Permits & Licensing
Susan Eccles | Adams & Reese What Do You Need to Know? The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) has notified residential and commercial construction companies of two new acts passed during the 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session that will impact requirements for roofing permits, inspections, and contractor licenses throughout the state. Act 239 requires permitting… Continue reading Louisiana Enacts New Requirements on Roofing Permits & Licensing
Oregon’s Building Performance Standards: ODOE Finalizes Incentive Program Rules
Stoel Rives Oregon is implementing a new regulatory framework for energy efficiency that will significantly impact the commercial and multifamily real estate sectors. As part of this new framework, the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) recently finalized rules regarding an incentive program for early compliance with Oregon’s new Building Performance Standards (BPS). In Brief: HB 3409, signed… Continue reading Oregon’s Building Performance Standards: ODOE Finalizes Incentive Program Rules