Benjamin R Wright

Benjamin R Wright

April 01, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer

Pa. House Eyes Bills That May Reshape Construction Contracts

Two bills pending before the Pennsylvania House of Representatives during the 2020-2021 session could have far-reaching implications for the construction industry within the commonwealth.

By Benjamin R. Wright

6 minute read

July 02, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

Enforceability of Oral Change Orders Despite 'No Oral Modification' Clauses

Most construction contracts contain one or more NOM clauses, including a requirement that valid change orders be in writing. Generally, these clauses provide that a contract cannot be modified absent a writing executed by the parties.

By James D. Miller and Benjamin R. Wright

9 minute read

May 28, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

Project Labor Agreements Continue to Cause Controversy

In its complaint, the ABC alleges that the terms of the PLA effectively preclude nonunion workers and workers who belong to unions other than those affiliated with the Pittsburgh Regional Building Trades Council from performing construction work, and that the PLA compels workers to associate, join or pay dues to these unions as a condition of employment.

By John A. McCreary Jr. and Benjamin R. Wright

9 minute read