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
14
2017
The Utah Blood Draw Story: Drawing Unwarranted Conclusions von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Aug
29
2017
OSHA Proposes to Extend Crane Operator Certification Requirement Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
14
2017
Mind the gap – a note for the statutory construction industry Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP
Aug
14
2017
Why Did OSHA Propose to Remove the Principle of "Unexpected Energization" from its Lockout/Tagout Standard? Keller and Heckman LLP
Aug
11
2017
Housing Crisis in Colorado May Get Worse: Anti-Growth Initiatives Slated for Lakewood and Colorado Holland & Hart LLP
Aug
10
2017
Construction Update - Last Ditch Attempt to Kill Off Building Code Fails, the ABCC calls the CFMEU's Bluff on 'Safety' Issues and Federal Court Orders Massive Increase in Fines Against CFMEU K&L Gates
Aug
3
2017
Mine Safety Agency Issues Serious Accident Alert for Crane Operators Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
3
2017
OSHA Issues Safety Fact Sheet on Confined Spaces in Residential Construction Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
2
2017
Third Party Funding of Arbitration in Hong Kong is Given the Green Light K&L Gates
Jul
25
2017
Even When You Win, You Lose: Subcontractor’s Indemnity Obligation Enforced Despite Being Absolved of Liability at Trial Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
25
2017
Soaring to New Heights With Drones: The Rise of UAVs in Construction Projects Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
25
2017
Hot Topic: New AIA Terms for Insurance in Construction Contracts Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
25
2017
Liability and Insurance Coverage for Subcontractor’s Negligence: Do Your Form Contracts and Insurance Policies Still Fit? Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
20
2017
OSHA Exempts Monorail Hoists from Cranes and Derricks Regulations Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
14
2017
Scaffolding Injuries in California Steven M. Sweat, APC
Jul
11
2017
California Supreme Court Rules Homeowners Forfeited Right to Challenge Coastal Development Permit Conditions By Undertaking Work Authorized By Permit Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP
Jul
11
2017
Force Majeure Clauses in Development Agreements Holland & Hart LLP
Jun
30
2017
OSHA Considers Extending Crane Certification Deadline Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
29
2017
Owner Roulette: Avoid Construction Lien Headaches von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Jun
26
2017
Germany Publishes Meeting Report from Expert Dialogue on Application of Nanotechnologies in the Construction Sector Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.
Jun
23
2017
Should I Have an Arbitration Clause in My Construction Contract? Stark & Stark
Jun
22
2017
What Should Condominium Associations Do After Cypress Point? Stark & Stark
Jun
20
2017
Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals' Decision Reins in Copyright Infringement Claims Relating to Home Designs von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Jun
19
2017
Return of Arbitration to Road Construction Disputes in Poland K&L Gates
Jun
16
2017
City of Los Angeles Releases Draft Hollywood Community Plan Update Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
14
2017
What You Need To Know About Colorado Bidding Rules Holland & Hart LLP
Jun
8
2017
OSHA Delays Crane Operator Certification Deadline Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
7
2017
Lien Claimants Should Always Serve Pre-Lien Notices, Especially for Offsite Work Armstrong Teasdale
Jun
5
2017
Colorado Supreme Court Decision Issues Landmark Ruling on Construction Defects Issue Polsinelli PC
Jun
5
2017
How You Can Mitigate Construction Disputes with Contractors Stark & Stark
May
31
2017
From Cow Town to Innovative Agribusiness Epicenter: Here Comes the National Western Stock Show Project Holland & Hart LLP
May
30
2017
Updating Reinforcing Steel and Post-Tensioning Standards Stark & Stark
May
27
2017
Disney-Built Community Faces Serious Construction Deficiencies Stark & Stark
May
24
2017
New Colorado Condo Law a Step in the Right Direction Polsinelli PC
May
24
2017
Construction One-Minute Read: Allowance or Contingency? Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
May
23
2017
Construction Defect Reform in Colorado; HB 1279: Pluses, Pitfalls & Practical Pointers Holland & Hart LLP
May
22
2017
Springtime Driving Means Extra Caution Around Road Construction Work Zones Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers
May
16
2017
Those Contractual Protections That You Bargained For Might Be Void Holland & Hart LLP
May
12
2017
“Getting To” the Root of the Problem: Insurance Coverage for “Get-To” or “Rip-and-Tear” Damages Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
May
11
2017
New Jersey Appeals Court Interprets AIA Arbitration Provision Faegre Drinker
May
10
2017
Could Your OSHA 300 Logs Lead to a Chemical National Emphasis Program Inspection? Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
May
9
2017
Missouri Legislature Deals Another Blow to Unions by Limiting Use of Project Labor Agreements Polsinelli PC
May
8
2017
Lien, Lien Go Away: Construction Liens von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
May
7
2017
New Jersey’s New Home Warranty Program: Beware of the Double-Edged Sword Stark & Stark
May
2
2017
Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Dismisses Two Claims Against Lockheed Martin Based On “Plainly Invalid Legal Theory” Holland & Hart LLP
Apr
27
2017
OSHA Announces Annual National Safety Stand-Down Campaign Stark & Stark
Apr
21
2017
California OSHA Delays Enforcement of Construction Silica Standard Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
20
2017
El secretario de vivienda, Ben Carson, pone en marcha asociación público-privada para viviendas públicas Bilzin Sumberg
Apr
20
2017
Oportunidad adicional para una mayor extensión de permisos de construcción y órdenes de desarrollo Bilzin Sumberg
Apr
18
2017
Mitigation of Construction Defect Litigation- Top 10 Construction Contract Issues Holland & Hart LLP
 

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