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Natural Disasters Don’t Have to Be the End for Construction Projects

Contractors must be sure contracts and insurance policies cover severe weather events and understand their rights and responsibilities so if disaster strikes, they can get the project back on track.
By Daniel Kapner
May 6, 2020
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by Daniel Kapner
Daniel A. Kapner, Esq. is a member of Shapiro, Lifschitz & Schram’s construction law, litigation and trial, and power and energy groups. Mr. Kapner has significant experience advising owners, contractors, and other clients to help achieve solutions to complex construction disputes. Prior to joining Shapiro, Lifschitz & Schram, Mr. Kapner was an associate at White & Case LLP where he represented foreign sovereigns and private entities in arbitrations involving international construction and foreign investment projects.

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