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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Apr
7
2020
The Importance of Reviewing and Complying with Performance Bonds Ward and Smith, P.A.
Apr
6
2020
COVID-19: UK Public Sector Construction - Cabinet Office publishes FAQs regarding PPN02/20 K&L Gates
Apr
6
2020
Negotiating Leases and LOIs During the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic, for Office Tenants: Part II - Space Buildout and Improvement Allowances Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Apr
6
2020
New York Clarifies “Emergency” and “Essential” Construction Robinson & Cole LLP
Apr
6
2020
New York Construction Building Owners Assume New Roles and Responsibilities in Wake of Construction Shutdowns Robinson & Cole LLP
Apr
3
2020
COVID-19’s Impact on Construction: Is There a Remedy? — Time Extension, Force Majeure, or More? Bracewell LLP
Apr
3
2020
Expanded CISA Guidelines Broadens the Scope of “Essential Business” for Manufacturing and Construction Operations Bracewell LLP
Apr
3
2020
April 3 UPDATE: Impact of State and Local "Stay at Home" or "Shelter in Place" Orders on Construction in AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, and TX Jones Walker LLP
Apr
3
2020
New Shelter-in-Place Orders Dramatically Restrict Bay Area Construction, Including Residential Projects Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
2
2020
Coronavirus and Your Construction Lien Rights in Private Commercial Projects Norris McLaughlin P.A.
Apr
1
2020
COVID-19: UK Coronavirus Act 2020 – Implications For The Construction Industry K&L Gates
Mar
31
2020
Massachusetts Issues New Guidance on “Essential” “Construction-Related Activities” — Appears More Narrow Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
31
2020
COVID-19: UK Public Sector Construction – Cash Flow Relief for Suppliers K&L Gates
Mar
31
2020
New York Environmental Regulator Issues Guidance on Essential Construction in Support of Cleanup Activities Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Mar
30
2020
As of 3/30/2020: Continued Updates on the Impact of State and Local “Stay-at-Home” or “Shelter-in-Place” Orders on Construction in AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, and TX Bracewell LLP
Mar
30
2020
Tips for General Contractors for Ongoing Building Projects During the COVID-19 Crisis Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Mar
29
2020
‘Fitness for Purpose’ and Conflicting Obligations in Offshore Wind Projects K&L Gates
Mar
28
2020
Much of New York Construction is Now Also “on PAUSE” Robinson & Cole LLP
Mar
27
2020
“Essential” and “Safe” Construction Services During COVID-19 Outbreak Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
27
2020
Impact of State and Local “Stay-at-Home” or “Shelter-in-Place” Orders on Construction in AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, and TX Jones Walker LLP
Mar
27
2020
Real Estate Development in the Time of Coronavirus: Massachusetts – Update 3/26/2020 Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
27
2020
COVID-19: Massachusetts Governor Baker’s March 23, 2020 Order Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
26
2020
Impact of State and Local "Stay-at-Home" or "Shelter-in-Place" Orders on Construction in AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, and TX Jones Walker LLP
Mar
26
2020
Construction Industry COVID-19 Operational Guidance Katten
Mar
26
2020
New Jersey Dept. of Community Affairs Temporarily Modifies and Suspends Certain Construction Inspection Regulations Norris McLaughlin P.A.
Mar
26
2020
Mass Governor’s Legal Office’s Letter to Municipalities: Withdraw Conflicting City/Town Policies Suspending Essential Construction Services Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
25
2020
The COVID-19 Potential Impact on Contract Surety Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Mar
25
2020
Project Suspended or Payment Delays? Don’t Lose Your Mechanic’s Lien Rights! Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
25
2020
Construction Not Deemed ‘Critical’ Service in Michigan Stay-at-Home Order Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Mar
25
2020
California Construction in the Time of Covid-19 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
25
2020
Washington Adopts “PACER” Legislation That Will Create a Proven Source of Financing for Energy and Resiliency Retrofits in Commercial Buildings Beveridge & Diamond PC
Mar
25
2020
The Federal Reserve’s Powers to Pave the Way for Continued Development and Construction Through Covid-19 Robinson & Cole LLP
Mar
24
2020
Real Estate Development in the Time of Coronavirus: Massachusetts - Update 4/2/2020 Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
24
2020
Protecting Your Payment Rights in the Wake of the Coronavirus Ward and Smith, P.A.
Mar
23
2020
Businesses May Have Insurance That Could Lessen the Economic Impact of COVID-19 Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.
Mar
23
2020
Governor’s Executive Order on the COVID-19 Virus Qualifies as a “Natural Emergency” – Allows for Tolling of Permits Hill Ward Henderson
Mar
23
2020
Emergency Rule – Rhode Island Contractors’ Registration and Licensing Board (CRLB) Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
23
2020
Massachusetts Closes Non-Essential Businesses Effective March 24 — Construction Designated Essential Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
21
2020
Proceed, Pause or Be Damned? Immediate Construction Contract Considerations for Owners and Contractors Davis|Kuelthau, s.c.
Mar
20
2020
COVID-19: Coronavirus Concerns Prompt Two-week Halt To All Construction In Boston K&L Gates
Mar
19
2020
Construction Projects Suspended in Cambridge MA Until Further Notice Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
19
2020
Signing a Construction Contract in the Middle of the Coronavirus Pandemic . . . Two Contract Clauses to Consider Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
19
2020
Some Jurisdictions Granting Permit Extensions, However Previously Used Gubernatorial Declaration of State of Emergency Extensions of Development Orders and Building Permits May Not Be Available for COVID-19 Bilzin Sumberg
Mar
19
2020
Steps to Take if You Receive a Subcontractor’s COVID-19 Work Suspension Notice Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
18
2020
Implications on Home Improvement Contracts: Practical Considerations When COVID-19 Causes Delayed Performance or Cancellation of Your Home Improvement Contract von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Mar
18
2020
Potential Impacts of the Coronavirus Pandemic on Construction Projects Robinson & Cole LLP
Mar
18
2020
Failure to Include A No-Build Analysis in Project Description Does Not Violate CEQA Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
17
2020
City of Boston’s Press Release on Suspending Construction in Boston Effective March 17th Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
17
2020
Contractors: Its Time to Send Your COVID-19 Notice Pierce Atwood LLP
Mar
17
2020
Consumer Brands Association Urges U.S. Government to Prevent Global Export Restrictions on Materials Needed to Treat and Prevent the Coronavirus Keller and Heckman LLP
 

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