Katelyn Carson and John Mark Goodman | BuildSmart We all have legal duties. Some arise from contracts that we choose to enter. Others are spelled out in statutes or regulations. Still others are imposed by the common law. One of the most basic common law duties is the duty to exercise reasonable care to avoid… Continue reading Call Before You Dig: Company Faces Tort Claims for Not Calling First
Resolving Data Center Construction Disputes: Why Arbitration Is the Preferred Strategy
Phillip Sampson, Jr. and Richard Whiteley | Bracewell Data center construction disputes are increasingly common due to complex contracts, specialized equipment and strict uptime requirements. Without a clear dispute resolution strategy, delays can lead to financial loss, missed service-level agreements (SLAs) and reputational risk. This Q&A explains why arbitration is often the preferred method for… Continue reading Resolving Data Center Construction Disputes: Why Arbitration Is the Preferred Strategy
The Hidden Fault Lines In Colorado Construction Insurance
Fennemore Construction insurance is not a predictable risk—it is an escalating one. Claims are rising in both frequency and severity, driven by labor shortages, increasing project complexity, and a more aggressive litigation environment. Financial exposure is accelerating as well. U.S. liability losses have climbed by tens of billions over the past decade, while defect claims… Continue reading The Hidden Fault Lines In Colorado Construction Insurance
Robots, Brick, and the Future of Construction Labor in Utah
Andrew Berne and Alan Schiess | Babcock, Scott and Babcock Across the country, construction technology is changing quickly, and masonry is no exception. Robotic systems that assist with laying brick or concrete masonry units are now moving from demonstration to real-world job sites. But the legal and practical question is not whether a robot can… Continue reading Robots, Brick, and the Future of Construction Labor in Utah
AI Isn’t the Future of Claims. It’s the Present
Jim Sorrells | Risk & Insurance Delaying adoption creates real competitive risk, widening gaps in severity management, settlement outcomes, expense control, workforce productivity, and market credibility. AI maturity is increasingly separating leaders from followers. There is a persistent misconception in claims that artificial intelligence (AI) represents the future of the industry. That belief exists largely… Continue reading AI Isn’t the Future of Claims. It’s the Present
