There are Limits to the Economic Loss Doctrine
Liability does not extend to vendors supplying product information. A recent post on the Babst/Calland Construction Law Blog…
December 28Latest in: Litigation Strategies/Dispute Resolution
Ninth Circuit Reaffirms the Expansive Interpretation of “Navigable Waterways of the U.S.” Under the CWA
The court rejected the defendant’s claim he was unaware of the scope of the Act. The vastly expanded…
December 28Ideagility Has a Simple Message for CSC Attendees – Be Found
In the 21st century, it’s not enough to be great at your business if customers can’t find you.…
November 29Opinion—Estimating and Project Management Remain the Key to Success
By Don Wallis. Field operations cannot succeed without competent office support. According to Elizabeth Sanborn, chief operating officer…
November 29Common-Enterprise Defense Precludes Second Recovery for Injury
A Minnesota decision explains the requirements for a successful common-enterprise defense. The workers’ compensation statute protects contractors by…
November 29The Lack of Green Building Litigation
The reason why formal litigation in green construction is relatively rare. Green, or more precisely, sustainable construction, has…
November 29Ninth Circuit Requires Federal Government to Contribute to Superfund Payment
Ninth Circuit holds that the District Court exceeded its discretionary powers. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability…
November 29The Perils of Product Documentation in the Digital World
Think before emailing. By now everyone in the developed world should realize that email is not private. It…
November 29Construction SuperConference Offers Educational Lineup with Opportunity to Earn MCLE Credits
Kevin Gaffney, conference director, “The CSC Board has put together an outstanding lineup of education sessions and provides…
November 16Opinion—The quiet revolution taking place under the Trump administration
By Don Wallis Environmental regulation is changing dramatically. The cover story for the Nov. 6, 2017, issue…
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