Construction Law

Construction Law is highly litigated, and one which has many legal ramifications present to construction companies, contractors, and sub-contractors.  Additionally, OSHA and other governmental regulatory bodies have an enormous impact on the industry, and it can be important to pay attention to changes dictated by the agency as far as employment matters, regarding employee safety regulations and accident reporting procedures. Additionally, intellectual property issues related to construction designs and litigation of those issues are also covered. The National Law Review covers the latest stories, developments, and litigation that impacts construction law and the Construction industry.

Both public and private construction projects are governed by contractual obligations, state law, and often times federal law and ordinances. Because of this, there are many terms that are binding on construction companies, as well as the individual, entity, or government agency. Visitors to the National Law Review can read about these binding terms, contractual disputes, construction defect claims, extra work claims as they unfold in the area of construction law.

The National Law Review also covers topics including permitting and zoning construction regulations in a variety of jurisdictions, liens and stop notice claims as they relate to construction sites, homeowner and subdivision claims, and public work issues related to public-private partnerships (P3). State and federal construction disputes, international disputes related to US agencies, and contractor and sub-contractor liability issues are also covered. Proper documentation of contracts, and contract terms, OSHA violations, important form contracts including AIA, EJDC, and AGC forms, and other developments in the area of construction law are covered regularly.

Regulations, ordinances, and zoning/permitting requirements change often, construction law is an area of law that is highly litigated. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the latest developments related to construction law, as well as expert legal analysis of the implications of litigation, new regulations, and legislation.

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Mar
22
2018
The One-Year Warranty: Fact or Fiction? Much Shelist, P.C.
Oct
11
2013
Wearing Two Hats: Bad Fashion, and a Potentially Costly Mistake for Engineers and Architects Much Shelist, P.C.
Feb
26
2014
Today's Contracts Enforceability Issue: No Damages for Delay or Disruption Clauses Much Shelist, P.C.
Mar
23
2018
Deconstructing the Confusion: The "Contractual Liability" Insurance Requirement in Construction Contracts Much Shelist, P.C.
May
23
2013
Avoid Getting Burned when the Market Gets Hot: Address Your Construction HR Practices Now Much Shelist, P.C.
Oct
11
2013
Trust vs. Best Practices: The Dangers Posed By Lien Waivers Much Shelist, P.C.
Feb
26
2014
Know Your Contract, Follow Its Terms: Simple Steps That Can Help You Prevail In A Dispute Much Shelist, P.C.
May
24
2013
You Signed What?! Indemnification Provisions in Construction-Related Agreements Much Shelist, P.C.
Jun
30
2009
The Who, What and How of Additional-Insured Requirements: Part I Much Shelist, P.C.
Jan
31
2013
Avoiding Pitfalls of Performing Work for Public Entities Much Shelist, P.C.
May
24
2013
What is the Significance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion? Much Shelist, P.C.
Nov
18
2012
Vapor Intrusion and What to Do About It Much Shelist, P.C.
Feb
1
2013
What is Substantial Completion and Why is it Important? Much Shelist, P.C.
Jun
29
2009
Department of Energy Outlines Funding for Solar and Geothermal Energy Projects Day Pitney LLP
Jul
21
2009
The Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act When is a Condominium Project Exempt from Registration? Fairfield and Woods P.C.
Jul
22
2009
Colorado Construction Defects Update: A Perspective Fairfield and Woods P.C.
Aug
15
2010
Homeowner Associations and Members Not Necessarily Bound By Arbitration Provisions in CC&Rs or in Related Purchase Agreement Where Developer is Initial Declarant Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
15
2020
California Housing Legislation – 2019 Update Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
31
2022
New York Governor Releases Updated 421-a Program Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
16
2010
Coastal Commission's No Substantial Issue Determination Will Be Upheld Even If Project Technically Not Consistent With LCP Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
20
2010
Courts Clarify Local Agency Role In Mobile Home Park Ownership Conversions Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
23
2016
Commercial Lease Alert: New Access Law Disclosure Requirements In Leases Effective January 1, 2017 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
30
2020
Landmark Contractor Licensing Case Limits Disgorgement Remedy in California Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
30
2009
Appellate Court Decision Invalidating Unjustified "Affordable Housing In Lieu Fees" Is Now Final (BIACC v. City of Patterson) Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
21
2010
The Transparency Monster Strikes Again: New Reporting Requirements For Executive Compensation And First-Tier Subcontract Awards Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
8
2011
The Year 2010 In Review: Public Works Projects (CA) Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
9
2011
Developers Must Pay Prevailing Wages for Privately Financed Public Infrastructure Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
20
2011
Construction Arbitration Clause Calling for Expanded Judicial Review Must be Explicit and Unambiguous Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
25
2013
A Construction Defect Insurance Carrier Need Only Demonstrate That Another Insurance Carrier's Policy May Potentially Cover The Claim In Order To Recover Equitable Contribution To A Settlement Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Oct
7
2014
California Governor Signs Off on New Tax-Increment Financing Structure Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
5
2019
Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment Upheld Under CEQA Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
14
2022
City of Los Angeles Developer Contribution Ban Goes Into Effect Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
30
2009
Internal Control Compliance: It's More Than You Think. Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
22
2010
Improper Payments Elimination Act Provides Opportunities For Contractors Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
3
2011
"Good Faith" In Prompt Payment Disputes Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
 

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