Michael A Scheffler

May 21, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Conclusion There are many twists and turns in the road to replacing the prime contractor in the middle of a construction project. The steps outlined in this article are intended to aid the owner in navigating this road.

By Michael A. Scheffler

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April 09, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The risk of loss doctrine has evolved over the centuries, reflecting changes in corresponding legal theories. The doctrine needs to continue its evolution, this time to reflect the "new" risks of our post-coronavirus world.

By Michael A. Scheffler

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August 14, 2002 | New York Law Journal

HE UNIMAGINABLE has happened. Sept. 11. The terrorist strikes on that day have forced all of us to imagine what had previously been unimaginable. Lawyers are trained to anticipate events that could adversely affect their clients so as to better protect them. No one anticipated Sept. 11, even after the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center. However, now that Sept. 11 has occurred and there is an increased likelihood of more terrorist strikes, it is incumbent upon lawyers to contemplate the possibility of su

By Michael A. Scheffler And Natalie Pishanidar

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