William E. Underwood | Jones Walker Withholding sums during a dispute can be an effective and perfectly legitimate means to protect against the harms caused by another party’s breach. However, withholding too much money during a dispute can turn a position of strength into one of weakness. “Why should I fund the other side’s… Continue reading Render Unto Caesar: Considerations for Returning Withheld Sums
Tag: Construction Disputes
Dispute Boards: An Approach To The Efficient Resolution Of Disputes In The Construction Sector
Albee Bates and R. Zachary Torres-Fowler | Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders Imagine a complicated engineering and construction project that has lasted years and has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars. During the project, the contractor submitted dozens of claims for additional time and money – all of which the project’s owner has rejected. Amid… Continue reading Dispute Boards: An Approach To The Efficient Resolution Of Disputes In The Construction Sector
Six Key Questions When Settling And Releasing Legal Claims
Louise Stoupe and Keiko Rose | Morrison Foerster Most disputes settle, so it is important for legal teams to be aware of the key issues involved in drafting a settlement agreement. This is particularly true now, as companies around the world grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting strain on supply chains and business… Continue reading Six Key Questions When Settling And Releasing Legal Claims
How to Prepare for Potential Construction Disputes Resulting From COVID-19
Helga A. Zauner and Sonia Desai | Construction Executive Every industry has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and construction is no exception. While construction work was deemed essential in some places, it has been limited only to pandemic-related projects in others. In the current climate, construction companies face a myriad new challenges, including concerns… Continue reading How to Prepare for Potential Construction Disputes Resulting From COVID-19
Advantages of Arbitration for Resolving Construction Disputes in Light of COVID-19
Emily Hermreck | Nuts & Bolts The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impacts on the U.S. state and federal court systems and has delayed the progression of cases awaiting trial. While many courts have remained “open,” they have considerably modified operations and procedures to ensure the safety of court personnel, attorneys, and jurors. Perhaps the… Continue reading Advantages of Arbitration for Resolving Construction Disputes in Light of COVID-19