
The Role of AI and Human Lawyers in Construction Dispute Management
By Meagan T. Bachman
March 7, 2025
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries like construction by automating repetitive tasks and providing initial insights. Despite ongoing advancements in AI, however, the human element remains crucial in managing construction claims and disputes, as experienced advoc...

U.S. Senate Blocks McFerran’s Confirmation as Labor Board Chair
By ABC
December 19, 2024
WASHINGTON, Dec. 11—Associated Builders and Contractors today issued the following statement applauding the U.S. Senate for voting down the confirmation of Lauren McFerran to a third term as chair of the National Labor Relations Board, 49-50.
“McFerran’s tenure has been the subj...

Where Does the FTC's Noncompete Ban Stand?
By Jay Aldis
October 4, 2024
For years, there has been a state-by-state push to restrict or prohibit noncompete agreements that limit workers' ability to take a job with a competitor after leaving their employer. This movement to boost employee mobility and wage growth has now culminated in a controversial n...

Executive Insights 2024: Leaders in Construction Law
By Construction Executive
July 8, 2024
What are the key risks that should always be taken into consideration before any construction contract is signed?
Deborah Cazan
Partner
Bradley
The key risks that should always be taken into account when a contract is signed are risks associated with uncompensated delays and ...

More In-Depth Details on the Davis-Bacon Act Overhaul
By Angela M. Ritchie
September 29, 2023
The U.S. Department of Labor’s finalization of a rule updating the Davis-Bacon Act, the federal law which governs how prevailing wages for federal construction projects can be determined, will have a significant impact on contractors and workers alike in the construction industry...

New Florida Bill Shortens Time for Construction-Defect Lawsuits
By Jessica Zelitt
July 19, 2023
On April 13, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 360 into law. This legislation alters the time period for bringing forward construction-defect lawsuits, as well as modifies the current private right of action against a contractor for violation of the Florida Build...

Approaching Design-Build Projects to Avoid (or Win) Disputes
By Stuart Eisler
June 21, 2023
Stakeholders engage in design-build projects believing the collaborative nature better aligns parties' interests and reduces overall risk exposure. Each of the lead parties bases this belief on different factors—the owner sees an opportunity to reduce change-order exposure and im...

Executive Insights 2023: Leaders in Construction Law
By
June 2, 2023
If a major project is interrupted or canceled, are there any laws that provide protection for unpaid contractors that have performed work?
Angela Richie
Partner, Co-Chair, Construction Practice Group
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani
With the current volatility and uncertainty in t...

The EEOC Is Actively Targeting the Construction Industry
By Cameron S. Hill Sr.
February 7, 2023
Risks and potential liabilities in the construction industry are not new. Construction participants know the typical hot spots: Projects are delayed. Supply chain issues raise materials costs. Owners and general contractors dispute the effects of changes in the scope of work. Emp...

Trades Technology Is Changing Construction Law
By Karalynn Cromeens
November 15, 2022
Time and money are some of the most valuable assets for any contractor. When faced with a legal issue, that becomes twice as true. Many construction attorneys find themselves spending half their careers diving through banker boxes and trying to find out where projects went awry a...
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