Post

Key Takeaways: Construction contract negotiation pitfalls, including vague scope of work, one-sided indemnity clauses, poorly structured payment terms and undefined change-order mechanics, are among the leading causes of cost overruns, disputes and s

Key Takeaways: Code compliance with safety standards (building codes, OSHA, federal regulations) doesn’t automatically establish reasonable care or shield against negligence liability in civil litigation. Reasonable care in negligence law is de

Key Takeaways: Women hold just over 14% of construction jobs, with gains concentrated in office roles rather than field trades. Construction job openings rebalanced to roughly 300,000 by late 2024 as hiring caught up with demand, narrowing windows fo

Key Takeaways: Vague scope language, payment delays and poor documentation cause most California construction contract disputes. Mechanics liens, stop payment notices and preliminary notices have strict deadlines; missing them can forfeit your recove

Key Takeaways: The West Virginia Supreme Court confirmed the gross-disproportionality rule in construction contract damages, allowing courts to award diminution in value instead of cost of repair when repair costs are grossly disproportionate to the

Key Takeaways: The U.S. construction labor shortage could leave 2.1 million skilled trades roles unfilled by 2030, raising project risk across commercial construction and infrastructure. Demand for electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers and constru

Key Takeaways: Data center construction demand remains strong, but contractors are getting more selective on risk, pricing and contract terms. Power constraints are the biggest brake on data center growth, delaying timelines and complicating project

Key Takeaways: Construction technology integration starts with connected data, standardized processes and strong operational foundations, not with AI tools alone. Real-time data across finance, field reporting, procurement and project controls improv

Key Takeaways: EPA proposes NSR rule change allowing earlier construction of non-emitting industrial activities before full air permit approval. The new rule could reduce industrial construction delays, improve project scheduling, and lower equipment