Julia Loudenburg and Jennifer Harris | Peckar & Abramson Contracts Construction contracts What standard contract forms are used for construction and design? Must the language of the contract be the local language? Are there restrictions on choice of law and the venue for dispute resolution? The construction and design industry in Washington DC frequently utilises… Continue reading At a Glance: Construction Contracts in USA (District of Columbia)
Construction Disputes: The Cost of Conflict: Drivers of Construction Disputes in the United States
Caryn Fuller and Daniel Kwon | HKA This article is an extract from Lexology In-Depth: Construction Disputes – Edition 5. Click here for the full guide. Claims and disputes in the engineering and construction sectors are often not incidental disruptions – they can create significant obstacles that threaten to derail even the most meticulously planned projects. These… Continue reading Construction Disputes: The Cost of Conflict: Drivers of Construction Disputes in the United States
Court Rules Mediation Clause Lacks Condition Precedent Language: Key Lessons for Construction Contracts
Robert A. Gallagher | Troutman Pepper Locke Eastern District of Pennsylvania Decision Highlights Critical Contract Drafting Issues A recent federal court decision is an important reminder for construction industry professionals about the precise language needed to make mediation a mandatory step before litigation. On November 18, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District… Continue reading Court Rules Mediation Clause Lacks Condition Precedent Language: Key Lessons for Construction Contracts
Who is Liable When Multiple Contractors Cause a Defect?
Clendening Johnson & Bohrer When a construction defect appears, many property owners want a clear answer to one question: who is responsible? On most Indiana building projects, many people take part in the work. General contractors, subcontractors, designers and suppliers can all share the blame. Because so many different hands touch a single project, liability… Continue reading Who is Liable When Multiple Contractors Cause a Defect?
Strict Compliance With Notice‑To‑Cure Provisions In Construction Contracts
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