Mark S. Adams | Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell Disputes are an inevitable part of business, but how they’re resolved can make all the difference. Arbitration is an increasingly common way to settle disagreements without going to court. Often included as a clause in contracts, arbitration offers a streamlined and private alternative to litigation—but it’s not without… Continue reading Behind Closed Doors: The Truth About Arbitration Clauses
Understanding State-Level Procurement: Key Differences from the Federal System
Aron C. Beezley and Nathaniel J. Greeson | BuildSmart Government contractors often focus on federal procurement opportunities, which are governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regime. However, the state-level procurement landscape presents a distinct — and often less uniform — set of rules, risks, and opportunities. For businesses expanding into state or local markets,… Continue reading Understanding State-Level Procurement: Key Differences from the Federal System
Ice Dams Are Actually A Common Risk: What Claims and Insurance Pros Should Know
Sarah Byer and John Giulewicz | Claims Journal Living in the northeast, ice dams are a part of life, and a common cause of loss in the insurance industry. However, they are often misunderstood, and effective remedies can be elusive. It’s essential for insurance and claims professionals who may deal with ice dams in their… Continue reading Ice Dams Are Actually A Common Risk: What Claims and Insurance Pros Should Know
Making Mediation More Than a Stepping Stone
Angela Sabarese | CLM In a recent CLM webinar discussion, titled, “Nuclear (Re)Mediation: Using Nuclear Verdicts Defense Methods at Mediation, Not Just Trial,” Jennifer Aker, managing partner, Tyson & Mendes’ Houston, Dallas, and West Texas offices, along with veteran mediator Doug Glass, Signature Resolution, shared strategies for approaching mediation as a critical destination rather than… Continue reading Making Mediation More Than a Stepping Stone
It’s Mechanics’ Lien Time
John E. Lande | Dickinson Bradshaw Fowler & Hagen There is no question that the U.S. economy is under stress from several factors. One sector where stress is turning into distress is commercial construction. In September, Experian reported that while construction, and in particular commercial construction, has reached new heights, credit stress is building in commercial construction… Continue reading It’s Mechanics’ Lien Time