Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings If there’s one admonishment I’ve given a lot at this construction law blog, it is to be very careful with mechanic’s liens. This post is not about that. This post is about another major piece of advice that has been set out here at Construction Law Musings, namely, always show… Continue reading Yet Another Reminder to ALWAYS Show Up for Court
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Key Legal Issues Facing U.S. Government Contractors in 2025
Aron C. Beezley and Patrick R. Quigley | BuildSmart As the regulatory environment continues to evolve in the new administration, U.S. government contractors are facing an increasingly complex array of legal challenges. Staying compliant and competitive requires close attention to several ongoing legal issues in addition to emerging ones: 1. Cybersecurity Compliance and CMMC Implementation… Continue reading Key Legal Issues Facing U.S. Government Contractors in 2025
Ohio Ruling Highlights Timing Importance for Naming Defendants in Injury Claims
Daniel Matusicky | Kohrman Jackson & Krantz An recent Ohio appellate court decision reinforces a critical point for plaintiffs and a crucial defense strategy for defendants: if you don’t properly and timely name individual employees/agents in a lawsuit, you may lose your claim against their employer. Case Overview In Badra-Muniz v. Vinyl Carpet Serv. Inc., an… Continue reading Ohio Ruling Highlights Timing Importance for Naming Defendants in Injury Claims
Using Injunctive Relief To Stave Off The Mootness Doctrine
Anthony S. Guardino | Farrell Fritz Typically, a court will invoke the mootness doctrine when circumstances change in a way that prevents the court from rendering a decision that effectively resolves an actual controversy. In the world of zoning and land use litigation, courts will put significant weight on how far construction has progressed towards completion… Continue reading Using Injunctive Relief To Stave Off The Mootness Doctrine
What to Do After Asserting a Deposition Objection
Esquire Deposition Solutions The rule seems simple enough: Attorneys defending a witness during a deposition may instruct the witness not to answer questions only for the purpose of protecting privileged information. And yet, if the number of trial court rulings addressing the topic are any indication, this business of instructing witnesses not to answer deposition… Continue reading What to Do After Asserting a Deposition Objection