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In The Legal’s Construction Law supplement, read about changes to the arbitration act, what to do when construction results in a catastrophic loss and how to handle foreign construction compliance risks.

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It Ain’t Your Father’s Arbitration Act Anymore … or Perhaps It Is

Back in early 1983, and before law school had become even a twinkle in my eyes, I remember my father, who was an attorney, bemoaning about an agreement to which I was party, the arbitration clause in it, and the recent “change in the law” as he described it to me.

Cost Accounting and Construction Contracts—More Complex Than It Appears

Paying a contractor for its work might appear straightforward, but actually can be complex. While this issue is sometimes overlooked during contract negotiations, early attention and thoughtful drafting can help mitigate the risk of payment disputes that can derail a construction project.

To Lien a Pipeline, or Not to Lien a Pipeline, That Is the Question

With the recent proliferation of pipeline construction projects in Pennsylvania namely, Mariner East, Mariner East II and Atlantic Sunrise to name a few, contractors have been faced with the dilemma of securing payment for work performed on these projects.

When Construction Results in a Catastrophic Loss—Is There Insurance Coverage?

Few can forget the harrowing images of the Notre Dame Cathedral engulfed in flames after it abruptly caught fire on the evening of April 15. It is reported that more than 400 firefighters were engaged, with another hundred tasked with moving precious objects—some legitimately priceless—to safety.

Nailing Down ‘Design-Assist’: Legal Issues in Construction Contracting

Large and complex projects like the Comcast Technology Center often benefit from contractors’ participation in the pre-construction design and planning phase.

Businesses: Get Familiar With Recent Changes to Del. Construction Law

Significant changes to the law were passed by Delaware’s 150th General Assembly that all construction firms doing business in the First State should be aware of.

‘Walmart’ Puts Spotlight on Foreign Construction Compliance Risks

On June 20, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the collective settlement of a longstanding investigation into U.S.-based retailer Walmart Inc. for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)—the U.S. anti-bribery statute that prohibits companies and individuals from bribing foreign government officials.

Turning a Compelling Comparative Negligence Argument Into a Jury Verdict

We had strong arguments that the defendants in the case should have had protections in place to prevent people from falling victim to the dangerous condition that resulted in our client’s injuries. We further argued that the defendants were negligent for failing to provide a safe workplace or warn our client about this dangerous condition.