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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Sep
30
2014
Growing Trend of Criminal Prosecution of Actors In Land Use Matters - An Academic Paper Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Sep
30
2014
Dominion's Atlantic Coast Pipeline: North Carolina Property Owners Are Being Contacted Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Sep
26
2014
OSHA Extends Operator Certification Requirement for Cranes in Construction Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
24
2014
Attorneys Paint Grim Picture of Impact of MSHA Proposal Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
23
2014
N.C. Land Use and Successful Development Projects: "The Payoff of High Quality Design Can Be Big" Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Sep
19
2014
Can You Shrink a Wisconsin Condominium Project? Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Sep
18
2014
Mechanics Lien Subordination: Illinois Further Limits Construction Lenders’ Ability To Ensure Priority Against Mechanics Liens Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
17
2014
The Younger Face of Workplace Safety and What OSHA Is Doing About It Vedder Price
Sep
15
2014
Tool Calculates Natural Hazard Risk to Property Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS)
Sep
12
2014
N.C. Supreme Court Issues Significant Ruling On Commercial Forbearance Agreements and Spousal Guaranties Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Sep
12
2014
Getting Paid – Redux - Wisconsin von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Sep
12
2014
California AB 1103 Update: Postponement of Certain Nonresidential Building Energy Use Disclosure Requirements Mintz
Sep
11
2014
A Few North Carolina Zoning Notes: New Caselaw, Oakwood and Beer, Oh My! Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Sep
11
2014
Don't Forget Your Hard Hat: Preserving Your Visibility, Access, and Use During Construction von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Sep
11
2014
The Rise of Agritourism & Important Considerations McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie and Kirkland, PLLC
Sep
5
2014
Be Ready When OSHA Walks In: Enforcement of Safety and Health Regulations in Retail Stores Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
4
2014
‘Major Issues’ Affect Cal/OSHA’s Mission Capability, Federal OSHA Says Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
31
2014
EPA Releases Three Final Chemical Risk Assessments / Agency Identifies Health Concern from Chemical Used In Paint Strippers U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
29
2014
Miami’s Future Archipelago of Floating Houses Bilzin Sumberg
Aug
27
2014
New Jersey Appellate Division Confirms Illegality of Maintenance “Contributions” that Exceed the 15% Cap Permitted Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C.
Aug
27
2014
Broward County Florida Kicks-Off Initiative to Update the Broward County Land Use and Comprehensive Plans Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Aug
25
2014
California Energy Commission Delays AB 1103 Energy Benchmarking and Disclosure Requirements for 2 Years for Buildings Between 5,000 and 10,000 Square Feet Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP
Aug
21
2014
2013-2014 Massachusetts Legislative Session Ends Mintz
Aug
20
2014
OSHA Issues Guidance on Protecting Employees from Demolition Hazards Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
19
2014
OSHA Concludes that Acclimatization May Be the Most Important Element of a Heat-Illness Prevention Program Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
18
2014
Pay Attention to Indemnity Provisions in Construction Contracts Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
18
2014
First District of Illinois Holds Strict Compliance with Section 5 of the Mechanics Lien Act is a Prerequisite to Enforcing a Mechanics Lien Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
18
2014
Michigan Supreme Court Reverses Court Of Appeal’s Narrow Interpretation Of Indemnity Obligations Of Subcontractor Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
18
2014
SB 1360 Requires California Employers to Pay for Cool-Down Periods Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP
Aug
17
2014
Top Ten Most Corrupt States in the U.S. Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS)
Aug
17
2014
EPA Announces $11 Million in Supplemental Funds to Clean up and Redevelop Contaminated Brownfields Sites Across the Country U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
16
2014
The Long-Term Economic Impact of Hurricanes Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS)
Aug
16
2014
California OSH Board Proposes Revisions to Heat Prevention Regulations Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
14
2014
OSHA Updates Cell Tower Directive Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
14
2014
IRS Issues Additional Guidance with Respect to 2013 Beginning of Construction Rules for Wind and Other Renewable Projects McDermott Will & Emery
Aug
13
2014
Miami Building Permits: Use of Phased Permits on the Rise Bilzin Sumberg
Aug
12
2014
IRS Relaxes and Clarifies Renewable Energy Tax Credit Eligibility Requirements for Projects Under Construction Mintz
Aug
12
2014
The Hidden Impact Zoning Laws Have On Human Health McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie and Kirkland, PLLC
Aug
11
2014
Home Prices Keep Households Out of Market Bilzin Sumberg
Aug
2
2014
President Obama’s New Executive Order Requires Federal Contractors to Disclose Labor Violations Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
2
2014
New York High Court Finds Expert Failed to Satisfy Causation Requirement Beveridge & Diamond PC
Jul
31
2014
Atlantic Crossing: Delray Beach Gets a Makeover Bilzin Sumberg
Jul
29
2014
Bidding Requirement Clarified for Illinois Fire Protection Districts Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, P.C.
Jul
23
2014
Important Increase in Home Builder Sentiment Bilzin Sumberg
Jul
20
2014
6.5 Million U.S. Homes Worth Nearly $1.5 Trillion at Risk of Hurricane Storm Surge Damage Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS)
Jul
16
2014
Principal Architects on Residential Projects Liable for Construction Defects Outside Their Control; Developers and Owners May Pay the Price Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
15
2014
"It's Electric!": Recent Legislation Amplifies Licensure Requirements for Electricians and Provides Exemptions for Routine Maintenance Work von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Jul
9
2014
Panel Claw, Inc. v. Sunpower Corp., Denying Institution of Inter Partes Review Faegre Drinker
Jul
8
2014
California Supreme Court Upholds Design Professionals' Duty to Future Residential Purchasers Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP
Jul
2
2014
Judge Upholds Mine Operator’s Walk-Around Rights Jackson Lewis P.C.
 

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