April 01, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
Pa. House Eyes Bills That May Reshape Construction ContractsTwo 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' ClausesMost 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 ControversyIn 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