Courts almost never overturn arbitration agreements. Courts, for many years, have confirmed the sanctity of arbitration agreements. This was confirmed, once again, in a recent North Carolina case, Tribal Casino Gaming Enterprise v. W.G. Yates & S

Conflicting code requirements make compliance difficult for contractors and owners. According to a recent study, “about 1.4 million adults in [this] country identify as transgender.” www.latimes.com The federal government has stipulated that tran

A recent Tennessee Federal District Court case reveals there are exceptions to the Colorado River Doctrine. The general rule of law stipulates that a litigant cannot simultaneously file suit in both federal and state court when the cases are based on

Continuing uncertainty regarding federal regulations is damaging our industry and the country. The key to running a successful construction business is planning. A well-planned project has a far greater chance of being completed on time and on budget

Antiquated, non-compliant drinking water systems throughout the country need upgrading. The code violations in the Flint, Mich., drinking water system that have led to disastrous health problems have raised public awareness concerning the challenges

Controversy surrounds the city’s selection process. Miami and Dade County, Fla., have been examining ways to improve and expand the area’s mass transit system for years. A number of concepts, some traditional, some innovative, have been proposed.

Under certain circumstances, text exchanges can satisfy the statute of frauds. For hundreds of years, courts have required tangible proof that commercial and other contracts reflect a “meeting of the minds” by the parties to an agreement. In the

Timely filing is essential when serving a preliminary notice. Subcontractors and suppliers serve Preliminary Notices to ensure their right to file liens if they are not paid. This is standard procedure. A Preliminary Notice benefits contractors and o

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