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COVID-19: What Contractors Should Do Now to Manage and Mitigate Risks
While the COVID-19 pandemic will undoubtably give rise to claims, disputes and lawsuits, it is still too early to predict the full extent of impacts to the industry. In the short term, construction companies should take all steps available to mitigate potential liabilities.
By Daniel A. Kapner
June 11, 2020
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by Daniel A. Kapner
Daniel A. Kapner is a member of Shapiro Lifschitz & Schram’s trial practice for construction law, as well as power and energy construction groups.
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