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AGENDA:
10:00-10:10 AM: Opening & Welcome
Laurence Phillips, Partner and Construction Practice Leader, Procopio
10:10-11:25 AM: Projects Gone South: Managing Distressed Projects
Presented by Laurence Phillips, Max Terhar & Deborah Butera
In this session, industry experts and Procopio’s Laurence Phillips & Max Terhar join Deborah Butera of GISI to delve into the complexities of managing distressed projects. The discussion will cover:
– Best Practices: Explore the essential strategies and methodologies for rescuing troubled projects, including proactive risk management and stakeholder communication.
– Lien Workouts: Understand the legal and financial mechanisms of lien workouts, including negotiation tactics and resolution processes to mitigate the impact on project time, costs, and loan refinancing.
– Price Escalation: Examine the implications of price escalation on contract and change order negotiations and learn how to effectively manage and negotiate price escalation.
– Delays and When to Bring in a Consultant: Learn to manage and resolve critical path project delays and determine the optimal time to involve a consultant to ensure project continuity and success.
11:25-12:25 PM: Insurance Claims and Risks in Construction
Presented by Sasha Selfridge & Preston Cavignac
Join Sasha Selfridge and Preston Cavignac as they navigate the intricate landscape of insurance claims and risks in the construction industry. Key topics include:
– State of the Insurance Market: Understand key market drivers and conditions, with a focus on California and the construction industry.
– Hot Topics and Trends in Insurance Coverage and Claims: Gain insights into the process of reporting and managing insurance claims, including documentation, negotiation, resolution techniques, best practices, and traps for the unwary.
– Identifying and Mitigating Risks: Learn to recognize common risks in construction projects and implement strategies to mitigate them.
12:35-12:55 PM: Keynote: What’s in Store for 2025
Presented by Peter Tateishi, CEO, Associated General Contractors of California
This keynote address, led by industry thought leader Peter Tateishi, will provide a forward-looking perspective on the construction industry. Attendees will gain:
– Market Predictions: Insights into market trends and economic forecasts shaping the construction industry in 2025.
– Technological Innovations: An overview of emerging technologies and their potential impact on construction practices.
– Regulatory Changes: Anticipated regulatory developments and their implications for construction companies and professionals.
12:55-1:50 PM: Understanding and Complying with California Employment & Prevailing Wage Laws
Presented by Laurence Phillips & Marina Gruber
In this session, Procopio Partners Laurence Phillips & Marina Gruber will provide a comprehensive overview of California’s employment and prevailing wage laws. Key points include:
– Employment Law Basics: A primer on California employment laws relevant to the construction industry, including hiring practices, employee rights, and termination procedures.
– Prevailing Wage Compliance: Detailed guidance on prevailing wage laws, including statutory framework, reporting requirements, and compliance strategies to avoid penalties.
– Case Studies and Best Practices: Real-world examples and best practices for maintaining compliance with employment and prevailing wage laws and minimizing legal risks.
*This forum is approved for Certified Construction Manager® (CCM®) & Certified Associate Construction Manager® (CACM) credits
**This forum has been approved for up to 3.25 General MCLE credits (California)
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