Jose A. Aquino | Duane Morris Strict compliance with notice‑to‑cure provisions is essential in construction contracts, particularly when a contractor seeks to terminate a subcontract for cause. These provisions are designed to ensure that subcontractors receive clear, written notice of alleged defaults and a defined period to cure them before facing termination. Courts have repeatedly… Continue reading Strict Compliance With Notice‑To‑Cure Provisions In Construction Contracts
Why Jurisdiction Shapes What Testifying Experts Can Say Before And During Trial
Paige McKirahan | Wit In a perfect world, an expert’s testimony wouldn’t change just because the courtroom does. But those who work in complex litigation know the reality: state rules can dramatically alter what experts must disclose before trial and what they’re allowed to say during it. While federal court offers a familiar playbook, the… Continue reading Why Jurisdiction Shapes What Testifying Experts Can Say Before And During Trial
Mediation, Arbitration, Or Litigation: Which Option Is Best For You?
Callie Yu | Madison Law Not every legal dispute needs to go to court. In fact, many conflicts can be resolved faster and more affordably through alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) methods such as mediation or arbitration. Understanding the differences between these options can help you choose the best approach for your case. Mediation Mediation is a private… Continue reading Mediation, Arbitration, Or Litigation: Which Option Is Best For You?
Before You Sign: Four Lessons for Using Letters of Intent
Eileen Duffy Robinett and Jeffrey N. Brown | Thompson Coburn Whether you are negotiating a real estate deal, joint venture or acquisition, Letters of Intent (LOIs) are often used as a first step to ensure that the parties are sufficiently committed to negotiating a deal and aligned regarding some of the key transaction considerations. But… Continue reading Before You Sign: Four Lessons for Using Letters of Intent
Offshore Construction Contracts: Key Points to Consider
Ibaad Hakim, Habeeb Rahman and Yulia Turkina | Paul Hastings According to the Global Energy Review published by the International Energy Agency in March 2025, the world’s appetite for energy rose at an above-average pace in 2024, resulting in higher demand for all energy sources. With onshore reserves declining or getting harder to exploit, and with more… Continue reading Offshore Construction Contracts: Key Points to Consider