Thomas Certo, Gary Brummer and Jacob Lokash | Ankura In the fast-paced world of construction, delays and disruptions can pose significant challenges to project success. In this Breaking Down the Walls series, Gary Brummer, a partner at Margie Strub Construction Law LLP, and Jacob Lokash, an associate at the firm, draw upon their extensive legal… Continue reading Breaking Down the Walls: A Series on Construction Delay Claims (Part 5 of 6)
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Minnesota Court of Appeals Clarifies When Statute of Limitations Begins for Certain Claims Against Contractors
Christian V. Hokans | Fredrikson & Byron KEY TAKEAWAYS In construction projects, deadlines are key. Property owners want to know when their project will be completed, and contractors want to know how long they have to get their permits, order materials, deploy subcontractors, and do everything else that goes into satisfying an owner’s deadlines. However,… Continue reading Minnesota Court of Appeals Clarifies When Statute of Limitations Begins for Certain Claims Against Contractors
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
Spearin Doctrine can Apply in Design-Build Context
David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates The Spearin doctrine is a doctrine in the construction industry that broadly means the owner impliedly warrants the constructability of the plans and specifications given to the contractor. This implied warranty attaches to a design specification, but not a performance specification. A question arises as to whether the Spearin doctrine can apply in… Continue reading Spearin Doctrine can Apply in Design-Build Context
The Role of the Structural Engineer in Parking Garage Assessments
Dr. Luaay Hussein | J.S. Held Overview of Parking Garage Infrastructure and the Role of Structural Engineers Reinforced concrete parking garages are a critical component of urban infrastructure, addressing the growing need for efficient parking solutions due to urbanization and increased vehicular demand. Parking garages play a vital role in ensuring the mobility and accessibility… Continue reading The Role of the Structural Engineer in Parking Garage Assessments