Mary Wilson – June 12, 2014 A debate is raging over ways to update the various codes that govern construction in Pennsylvania. A new code requiring sprinklers in a building – is it a life saver or a costly mandate? The answer to that question depends on whether you make your living building homes or… Continue reading Cracking the Code for a Building Compromise
The Legal Perspective on Technical Documents in the Construction Industry
Is Good Faith and Fair Dealing Still Alive in Florida, Defensively Speaking?
Jeffrey Greyber – June 13, 2014 Many of you are likely aware of the Florida Supreme Court decision holding a cause of action for good faith and fair dealing is not recognized in Florida.1 Despite the Chalfonte decision, good faith and fair dealing came up a fair bit in a recently settled case I litigated for… Continue reading Is Good Faith and Fair Dealing Still Alive in Florida, Defensively Speaking?
Litigating Where to Litigate an Insurance Dispute
Shaun Marker – June 16, 2014 Ahh the joys of litigation and the many issues that parties face. Sometimes in insurance cases (as well as other types of cases) the parties litigate where to litigate the dispute. This may involve the question of in what jurisdiction (in what state or in what federal district) they… Continue reading Litigating Where to Litigate an Insurance Dispute