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General contractors appreciate the importance of understanding the provisions in their own contracts. However, understanding the provisions contained in other parties’ contracts on the same Project can be just as…
By: Chris Broughton Associate, Jones Walker LLP Introduction: Under a no-damage-for-delay clause, the owner is not liable for any monetary damages resulting from delays on the project. In lieu of…
Arbitration is a fundamental component of modern construction contracting. Many in the industry recognize the potential benefits and protections arbitration can provide to the business in the event of a…
By: Brian C. Padove Associate, Watt, Tieder, Hoffar, & Fitzgerald, LLP. One of the foundational tenets of contract law is that a party may only be bound by terms they…
Contractors who care about protecting proprietary company information and attracting and retaining high-quality employees (all contractors) should consider making noncompete agreements a part of their normal business practices. A recent…
By: Nicole G. Markowitz Senior Associate, and Richard S. Robinson Senior Counsel, Peckar & Abramson, P.C. As the need for faster and more efficient construction increases, design-build agreements are growing in popularity. Design-build projects may account for 44% of nonresidential building in the United…
By: Neal I. Sklar Partner, Joshua A. Morehouse Associate, Peckar & Abramson, P.C. A recent case from the Central District of California reminds us that not all insurance policies are…
Recently passed legislation in Virginia is likely to dramatically change contractual relationships between prime contractors and subcontractors in the Commonwealth.Â