The Constructor
OCTOBER 9, 2022
A construction claim is the assertion of a right that requires either more time or/and payment by either party of the contract (often the contractor) for compensation of the losses brought on by the other party’s failure to uphold their portion of the responsibilities as defined in the contract.
Green Building Law Update
APRIL 26, 2020
The landowners estimate that their cleanup would cost Atlantic Richfield $50 to $58 million. A key lesson to be learned here is that even a landowner determined to be an “inculpable person” under a state voluntary cleanup program is still subject to a state law claim by some other impacted third party property owner.
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Best Practices Construction Law
OCTOBER 13, 2016
It almost goes without saying that if you have to pursue or defend a delay claim, you are going to need some evidence (whether by expert or otherwise) to establish or to challenge entitlement to the damages sought. This will also involve looking at the estimated impact, as well as the actual impact, of the delay.
Construction Equipment
MARCH 13, 2015
are approaching $1 million in workers’ compensation claims. The state workers'' compensation program had paid $733,265 in claims as of Jan. 1, 2015, and had estimated the claims would cost $964,920 once each one is completed, according to data provided by Elaine Fischer, an agency spokeswoman.'
Best Practices Construction Law
OCTOBER 13, 2016
It almost goes without saying that if you have to pursue or defend a delay claim, you are going to need some evidence (whether by expert or otherwise) to establish or to challenge entitlement to the damages sought. This will also involve looking at the estimated impact, as well as the actual impact, of the delay.
Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
My mentor and good friend, Cordell Parvin , has over the years shared with me some great best practices for contractors—whether talking about bid protests, accidents on the jobsite, or filing a claim. Recently, Cordell sent me a list of items that all contractors should review when developing a request for additional compensation.
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 24, 2013
Not that I treat every marital conversation like a construction claim, but I do find myself grilling my wife about these increased costs and whether they are justified. Contractors should be concerned about the same level of grilling (or review) when submitting a claim. Image: Beverly Cromer.
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