Joshua Miles | Construction Executive Under budget, over budget, change orders and labor shortages. Construction projects are not lacking in surprises. Here’s how to be prepared for them. In an industry where projects often run over schedule and over budget, change orders, labor shortages and communication gaps can significantly reduce construction firms’ profits. Delays and… Continue reading Four Ways to Master the Twists and Turns of Construction Project Change Orders
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Toolbox Talk Series: International Arbitration for the “Domestic” Construction Lawyer
Brendan J. Witry | The Dispute Resolver As US-based construction lawyers know, arbitration is a frequently used method of dispute resolution. However, construction lawyers who practice primarily with projects and clients in the US may not be aware of the nuances that come with the use of arbitration on international projects. For this month’s installment… Continue reading Toolbox Talk Series: International Arbitration for the “Domestic” Construction Lawyer
Is a Customized Umbrella Insurance Policy Right for Your Construction Company?
Dennis Verheijde | Construction Executive Don’t put all your eggs in one basket—but it might be best to put all your insurance policies under one umbrella, especially when it comes to the intricacies of construction. Construction is an inherently high-stakes industry, where lawsuits, accidents and unpredictable events can jeopardize a company’s financial health. While traditional… Continue reading Is a Customized Umbrella Insurance Policy Right for Your Construction Company?
Unjust Enrichment Damages Must Be Measurable And Quantifiable
David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates Just because you are pursuing a claim for unjust enrichment does not mean you don’t have to still prove your damages with a reasonable degree of certainty. You ABSOLUTELY do: Under Florida law, unjust enrichment damages must reflect the reasonable value of the plaintiff’s labor and costs expended for the… Continue reading Unjust Enrichment Damages Must Be Measurable And Quantifiable
Contractors’ Civil Liability Under Colorado’s Mechanics’ Lien Trust Fund Statute
Laura Martinez | Fairfield & Woods Under Colorado’s mechanics’ lien trust fund statute, CRS § 38-22-127 (trust fund statute or statute), a contractor who fails to pay its subcontractors, despite having been paid by the owner, can face criminal and civil liability. This article provides an overview of civil liability under the trust fund statute.… Continue reading Contractors’ Civil Liability Under Colorado’s Mechanics’ Lien Trust Fund Statute