Another Possible “Out” of Uniwest?

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings Remember the Uniwest case that stated that Va. Code 11-4.1 renders an indemnification provision unenforceable if it requires indemnification for the indemnitee’s actions?   I’ve discussed it on several occasions and in contexts from applicability to architects to whether it is the operation of an indemnity clause, even where the clause itself would be valid, that… Continue reading Another Possible “Out” of Uniwest?

Proportional Fault Indemnification Provisions Held Enforceable in Alabama

Mason Rollins | BuildSmart The Alabama Supreme Court found that an indemnification provision was enforceable that required a subcontractor to indemnify a general contractor on a proportional-fault basis against liability for death or personal injury.  JohnsonKreis Construction Company, Inc. subcontracted with Howard Painting, Inc. to perform work on a hotel project in Birmingham, Alabama. The… Continue reading Proportional Fault Indemnification Provisions Held Enforceable in Alabama

Mitigating Risks in Generative AI Integration: The Importance of Indemnification Provisions

Devin Bates | Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the integration of generative AI (“GAI”) has become increasingly prevalent across various professions and industries. From enhancing customer experiences to streamlining business operations, GAI offers immense potential for efficiency. Along with its benefits, however, come inherent risks and challenges that… Continue reading Mitigating Risks in Generative AI Integration: The Importance of Indemnification Provisions

Different Types of Indemnity and Their Relative Enforceability in Construction Litigation

Elizabeth Leonard | Cranfill Sumner Indemnification is a term often thrown about in construction litigation, and you will see it in most standard form construction contracts. But what actually is it, and how useful is it to have when it comes to litigation in the construction context? Indemnification is a means to shift the risk… Continue reading Different Types of Indemnity and Their Relative Enforceability in Construction Litigation

Construction Contractors: Beware of Over-Indemnification (a Gentle Reminder)

Potomac Law Group Like an alligator in the swamp, every few years this issue resurfaces ready to take a bite out of unsuspecting contractors; namely the abuse of the indemnification clause to shift inappropriate risk. Indemnification provisions play an important role in managing the risks associated with construction contracting. Indemnity clauses require one party to… Continue reading Construction Contractors: Beware of Over-Indemnification (a Gentle Reminder)