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#105:  Nonmutual Arbitration Agreements

NH Construction Law

2000) (“We adhere to our view that one-sided agreements to arbitrate are not favored.”). A legal doctrine called “mutuality of obligation” – or in lay terms, if both sides are not bound, neither side is – comes into play here. Sphere Drake Insurance, PLC , 202 F.3d 3d 71, 81 (1st Cir. 311 F.Supp.3d

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Presenting At Green Legal Matters This Week in New Orleans

Construction Law Monitor

The unavoidable marriage between the green and construction industries is why our construction law practice has paid very close attention to green legal issues. The first ever conference focusing on the green industry’s legal issues is taking place this week in New Orleans, LA, Green Legal Matters.

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#119:  Quantum Meruit vs Unjust Enricment

NH Construction Law

Two of the most popular legal theories beyond breach of contract claims are “unjust enrichment” and “quantum meruit.” “In the absence of a contractual agreement, a trial court may require an individual to make restitution for unjust enrichment if he has received a benefit which would be unconscionable to retain.”

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A Day in the Life of a Green Building Attorney

Green Building Law Update

Drafting settlement agreement and release reflecting amicable resolution of disputes and differences arising out of construction of green building. Conference call with trade association about proposed ASHRAE 189.1 Responding to client email and text about requested revisions to contract for green building services. 04:40 p.m.

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International Arbitration Experts Discuss The Impact On The Global Economy

Constructlaw

Government shelter-in-place orders, and other efforts to promote social distancing have forced many businesses to shut down or to cancel travel, meetings, conferences and other events, resulting in massive disruptions to business and, often, an inability to meet contractual obligations.

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Subtle (and Not So Subtle) Effects of COVID-19 on the Construction Industry

Constructlaw

Video conferences eliminate travel time and permit people to participate who would normally not be able to meet in person, due to distance or other commitments. Having an understanding of all insurance policies, coverages, union agreements and your obligations as an employer is vital.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

On December 15, 2017, Congressional Leaders announced that the conferees appointed by both the House and the Senate reached an agreement to reconcile differences between the House’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “House Bill”) with the Senate’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and unveiled the text of a final bill (the “Tax Bill”).