Joshua M. Deal | Nossaman All questions Year in review The construction industry in 2025 has been dominated by major infrastructure projects and the effect of the Trump administration’s trade policies. Since taking office in January 2025, President Trump has undertaken a broad programme of sweeping tariffs on all manner of goods. Most relevant to… Continue reading Year in Review: Construction Disputes in USA
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When Can A Contractor Stop Work?
Chad Theriot | Jones Walker Terminations always come with high stakes that could make or break a firm’s future. One case that stands out to me is Kiewit-Turner v. Department of Veterans Affairs (Civilian Board of Contract Appeals [CBCA] 3450) from December 2014, where I helped secure a win for my client, Kiewit-Turner. This joint venture contractor… Continue reading When Can A Contractor Stop Work?
How Do Georgia’s Newest Construction Laws Affect Your Construction Projects for 2026?
Stephanie Eaton | Spilman Thomas & Battle 2025 was a busy year for the Georgia Legislature and Governor, and several key laws were enacted that impact construction in Georgia that took effect July 1, 2025. As you will see, certain House and Senate bills overlapped on some legal provisions, such as requirements for continuing education. Here is… Continue reading How Do Georgia’s Newest Construction Laws Affect Your Construction Projects for 2026?
2026 Construction Forecast: The Only Thing Certain is Uncertainty
Hannah Batsche, Ellen Chapelle and Richard Reizen | Gould + Ratner As 2026 dawns, it is natural to consider the outlook for construction in the coming year. John Kenneth Galbraith famously opined on the validity of economic forecasting in general: “The only function of economic forecasting is to make astrology look respectable.” With that admonition… Continue reading 2026 Construction Forecast: The Only Thing Certain is Uncertainty
Minimizing Construction Delays in Domestic and International Arbitration
Gilbert K. Squires | JAMS Construction arbitration—particularly in cross-border disputes—can present timing and procedural challenges that require careful planning and active management. For in-house counsel and practitioners, the goal isn’t to wish away delays; it’s to anticipate, manage and navigate them effectively while achieving desired project and business outcomes. As discussed below, pragmatic strategies,… Continue reading Minimizing Construction Delays in Domestic and International Arbitration