Opinion—The battle over the 2015 Clean Water Rule continues
By Don Wallis A protracted legal struggle benefits no one. Jim Parsons’ article in the July issue of…
July 27Latest in: Insurance and Surety
Pennsylvania Changes the Remedies for Payment Disputes on Public Works Projects
CASPA was replaced by PPA as the statute for determining remedies in payment disputes The Pennsylvania Supreme Court…
July 27Imprecise Contract Language Precludes Additional Insured Coverage
There’s a difference between “for whom” and “with whom.” Contractor know that insurance companies will peruse provisions in…
July 27The Spearin Doctrine Explained
A short history of the Spearin Doctrine The Spearin Doctrine, or the doctrine of implied warranty of adequacy,…
July 27Responsibility for Jobsite Safety Can Be Determined by Contract Provisions
Contract provisions can override the general rule. General contractors are not usually held responsible for the well-being of…
July 27Opinion—Federal Agencies Threaten Our Democracy
The unchecked power of Federal agencies is a far greater threat to our democracy than most people realize…
July 5Precise Language in an Indemnity Provision is Essential
A California court rules that contract language take precedence over the doctrine of equitable indemnity. The California Court…
July 5Excess Insurer can be Sued by Policyholder for Failure to Cover a Claim
The Ninth Circuit rejects an excess insurer’s arguments that it’s not liable for a claim against the insured…
July 5VA Officials Will Not Be Prosecuted for Cost Overruns
No one is to be held responsible for budget overruns for a VA hospital that will cost three…
July 5A Classic Case of Quantum Meruit
Illinois Appellate Court rules in favor of defendant in a quantum meruit claim. Brandon Carter, writing in the…
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