Tag: construction law
Did you know? Recent Changes in the Law that may Impact your Construction Projects in the Southeast.
Engineer Not Liable for Telling Contractor it Would be Paid for Differing Conditions
Donald A. O’Brien – April 7, 2014 JEM Contracting, Inc. v. Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 373 Mont. 391, 318 P.3d 678 (Jan. 28, 2014) Plaintiff contractor was hired by two Montana Counties (“the Counties”) to work on a road construction project. Defendant engineering company was hired by the Counties to provide engineering services and supervision on the… Continue reading Engineer Not Liable for Telling Contractor it Would be Paid for Differing Conditions
Does the Need for Witness Testimony Trump a Forum-Selection Clause?
Laurence (Trip) W. DeMuth, III – February 26, 2014 Construction disputes should be determined by the facts. It’s a fair and simple concept – the facts will establish the truth and establishing the truth will lead to a just result. But establishing the facts can be difficult. First and foremost, witnesses are needed. And there… Continue reading Does the Need for Witness Testimony Trump a Forum-Selection Clause?
Editorial: Silica Exposure Lawsuits: The Next Toxic Tort?
Philip R. Stein – Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP