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Anam Abid

Key Changes to R&D, Construction, and Contract Actions

As discussed in our previous update, the FAR Council has been periodically publishing revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These revisions come on the back of the Trump Administration’s executive order… more

Acquisitions, Construction Contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors, Federal Procurement Systems

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Lori Wisniewski Azzara

Exploring Major Certification Changes in the USDOT’s DBE Program

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) announced on April 9, 2024 significant updates to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program regulations that are set to go into effect on May 9, 2024. The rulemaking… more

Contractors, DBE Program, Department of Transportation (DOT), Transportation Industry

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Alex Barth

CFPB Enacts New Protections for Tenants Under the CDC Eviction Moratorium

On April 16, 2021, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an Interim Final Rule which, effective May 3, 2021, requires all “debtor collectors” pursuing an eviction to provide written notice to the tenant(s) of… more

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Eviction, FDCPA

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Lauren Bess

[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &… more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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Evan Blaker

The Risks of Ambiguous Credit Applications: What a Recent Case Reveals About Personal Guarantees

From collective experience, it is known that securing the personal guarantee section of credit applications often proves to be more of the exception than the rule. When a personal guarantee is signed, the last thing any party… more

Commercial Litigation, Construction Industry, Contractors, Credit Applicants

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Joshua Bonn

How the U.S. Supreme Court Shapes Social Media Access in Pennsylvania

Public officials and employees who frequently use personal social media accounts to discuss public issues should proceed with caution as the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court held in Penncrest School v. Cagle that such posts may… more

Facebook, Online Platforms, Social Media, Social Networks

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Anthony Bottenfield

Spring Cleaning: Review Your Contracts to Account for Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns

At this point, avoiding the cliché is, well, unavoidable. We are now past the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic and much has changed. You don’t need a construction attorney to tell you so. While things have changed, we all… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Jennifer Budd

For the Construction Industry, Planning Is the Key to Navigating Tariffs

When contemplating advice for contractors or suppliers trying to navigate the current tariff environment, I find President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s wartime advice insightful, “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes, Contract Terms

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Anthony Byler

New Jersey Public Bidding: Bid Defects That are Likely Fatal

Every contractor who bids on public projects in New Jersey knows the gut-wrenching feeling of spending weeks reviewing project specifications and drawings, performing site visits, attending mandatory bid meetings, and submitting… more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Industry, Contractors, Subcontractors

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Lonny Cades

How the CARES Act Allows Waiver of 2020 Taxable Qualified Retirement Required Minimum Distributions

Individuals are presently required to take yearly taxable distributions that increase one’s total income tax liability and in some cases may push an individual into a higher income tax bracket, known as Required Minimum… more

CARES Act, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employee Benefits, Required Minimum Distributions, Retirement Plan

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Christopher Carusone

New Legal Challenge for Pennsylvania Businesses: Navigating the Updated UTPCPL Cost Provisions

Under the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL), the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG) Consumer Protection Section regularly conducts investigations of companies doing business in… more

Attorney's Fees, State Attorneys General, Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices, UTPCPL

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Jonathan Cass

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: Are Your Contracts and Construction Practices New York Compliant?

Recent updates to New York’s already complex construction laws require owners, developers, general contractors and subcontractors to revisit their construction contracts to ensure compliance with current New York law and limit… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Project, Department of Labor (DOL), Insurance Industry, New York

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Anthony Chwastyk

[Webinar] Managing Divorce: Safeguarding Your Business and Finances - May 29th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Divorce is a deeply personal and emotional process that can have significant implications for your business and financial stability. When business ownership is involved, navigating divorce proceedings becomes increasingly… more

Arbitration, Articles of Incorporation, Business Ownership, Buy-Out Agreements, Consent

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Roy Cohen

Kuharchik: A Home Run for Heavy Highway Electrical Contractors’ Tax Obligations

This past summer, Cohen Seglias attorneys Roy Cohen, Ashling Ehrhardt, and Sydney Pierce obtained a victory for their client Kuharchik Construction against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Kuharchik Construction, Inc. v… more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Tax Exemptions, Tax Reform

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Jason Copley

Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry

We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also… more

3D Printing, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, General Contractors

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Carolyn Daly

When Parental Discipline Becomes a Legal Issue: Key Takeaways from State v. Franck A. Amang for NJ Family Law Practitioners

The line between lawful parental discipline and criminal conduct can be a legal tightrope—especially when the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) is involved. The recent Appellate Division decision in State v… more

Appeals, Assault, Child Abuse, Child Custody, Criminal Prosecution

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Ashling Ehrhardt

Court Vacates 2024 Title IX Regulations Nationwide

2024 was an exciting year for all things Title IX, and 2025 is already following suit. On January 9, 2025, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Kentucky vacated the 2024 Title IX regulations nationwide… more

Civil Rights Act, Department of Education, Educational Institutions, Students, Title IX

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Matthew Erlanger

For the Construction Industry, Planning Is the Key to Navigating Tariffs

When contemplating advice for contractors or suppliers trying to navigate the current tariff environment, I find President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s wartime advice insightful, “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes, Contract Terms

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Shawn Farrell

Volatility in the Market Place: Lessons Learned From Price Increases of Past Pandemics

In the last year, materials, equipment, parts, and crafts workers have been in scarce supply due to the coronavirus pandemic. Disruptions to supply chains have increased the cost of such goods and labor. NUCA Members have… more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contractors, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Sydney Smith Forquer

DOJ Increases Incentives to Self-Disclose with Revised Corporate Enforcement Policy

Earlier this month, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced revisions to the Corporate Enforcement and Self Disclosure Policy (CEP). Under the new policy, announced by DOJ Criminal Division Head Matthew Galeotti, companies now… more

Compliance Monitoring, Corporate Misconduct, Criminal Prosecution, Department of Justice (DOJ), Fraud

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Marc Furman

[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &… more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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Sean Gaynor

More Than Meets the Eye: NJ Supreme Court Cardali Decision’s New Methodology Can Prevent Judicial Backlog and Increased Costs

Family law practitioners everywhere have lauded the New Jersey Supreme Court’s decision last year in Cardali v. Cardali for providing a ‘Big Win for Clarity’ on cohabitation cases and the burden that must be met before a plenary… more

Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Marriage

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Matthew Gioffre

Prompt Payments: How CASPA and Other State Laws Afford Contractors Protections

Presented by Cohen Seglias attorneys Matthew Gioffre, Lisa Wampler, and Daniel E. Fierstein on November 17, 2020 for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA. 2018 saw the enactment of important changes to CASPA, a Pennsylvania… more

CASPA, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes

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Kate Emert Gleason

[Webinar] Surviving the New Title IX Regulations: How To Develop New Policies and Navigate the Cross-Examination Requirements - June 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

The new Title IX regulations fundamentally change the administration of Title IX investigations and proceedings. Released amidst colleges and universities coping with COVID-19 changes affecting classes and campuses, the new… more

Colleges, Cross Examination, Investigations, New Regulations, Policies and Procedures

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John Greenhall

Managing Construction Contracts in an Era of Tariffs and Escalation

Tariffs, trade tensions and material cost escalations are more than just headlines—they are challenges that contractors face every day. In our recent Q&A webinar, we tackled contractors’ pressing questions on protecting… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations

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Julie Grohovsky

DOJ Increases Incentives to Self-Disclose with Revised Corporate Enforcement Policy

Earlier this month, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced revisions to the Corporate Enforcement and Self Disclosure Policy (CEP). Under the new policy, announced by DOJ Criminal Division Head Matthew Galeotti, companies now… more

Compliance Monitoring, Corporate Misconduct, Criminal Prosecution, Department of Justice (DOJ), Fraud

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John Howard

White Lie Or Wire Fraud? Why Contractors Must Carefully Follow Contract Requirements

Can deception used to secure a construction project bid constitute mail or wire fraud, even if there was no intent to financially harm the bid solicitor or even lower the project’s cost? That’s one of the questions the United… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Contractors, Federal Funding, Fraud

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Kerstin Isaacs

All Work and No Pay: Ed DeLisle Testifies Before Congressional Small Business Committee

Cohen Seglias Co-Chair of the Federal Contracting Group, Edward DeLisle, testified at a Small Business Committee hearing titled, “All Work and No Pay: Change Orders Delayed for Small Construction Contractors.” The hearing… more

Construction Contracts, Federal Contractors, Small Business

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Lane Kelman

Construction Delays in the Time of Coronavirus: A Legal Perspective

“Time is money.” There are few places where that phrase is truer than in construction, and unfortunately, that truth has been highlighted by the coronavirus pandemic shutting down construction throughout Pennsylvania. Projects… more

Consequential Damages, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project

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Marian Kornilowicz

Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act’s 2025 BOI Reporting Deadline

We are over halfway through 2024 and are rapidly approaching the January 1, 2025 deadline for companies to submit their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports mandated by the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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Jonathan Landesman

[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &… more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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Cherylyn Harley LeBon

Key Changes to R&D, Construction, and Contract Actions

As discussed in our previous update, the FAR Council has been periodically publishing revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These revisions come on the back of the Trump Administration’s executive order… more

Acquisitions, Construction Contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors, Federal Procurement Systems

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Matthew Long

Tariffs and Material Escalation Terms During Trump 2.0

During the first Trump administration and the pandemic, contractors frequently demanded contract terms allowing price adjustments if the cost of materials increased due to tariffs or pandemic-era supply chain disruptions. These… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Contract Disputes, Contract Negotiations, Contract Terms

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Michael McKenna

Recent Changes to Design-Build Construction in New Jersey

At the end of April 2021, the “Design-Build Construction Services Procurement Act” (the Act) became law in New Jersey. The Act brings important changes to how publicly-funded construction projects are awarded in the state by,… more

Architects, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Design Professionals

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Casey McKinnon

[Webinar] How to Protect your Rights on a USACE Dredging Project - March 19th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Join Cohen Seglias Government Contracting attorneys Michael Payne, Casey McKinnon and Steve Tobin for an in-depth discussion on how to protect your rights on dredging projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). They… more

Bid Protests, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Contract Claims, Contract Disputes

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James McNally

Court Strikes Down Pittsburgh Landlord Ordinance as Government Overreach

On March 17, 2023, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania struck down a City of Pittsburgh ordinance known as the Residential Housing Rental Permit Program, Chapter 781—a resounding victory for local landlords. The Pittsburgh… more

Inspections, Landlords, Local Ordinance, Rental Property, Tenants

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Kathleen Morley

2022 Construction Forecast: Another Year of Recovery—and Challenges

As we embark on 2022, the world continues to weather the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the construction industry, the pandemic has spurred certain unique and daunting challenges that are, by now, unfortunately,… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Francis Nardo

A Seller's Guide to Navigating Business Impacts

Last year, New Jersey enacted a law prohibiting sellers from imposing certain surcharges for credit card transactions and establishing notice requirements regarding credit card surcharges for transactions in New Jersey… more

Credit Cards, Debit and Credit Card Transactions, Sellers, Surcharges

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Jackson Nichols

Don’t Get Exposed: Limiting Your Liability Under Prevailing Wage and Hour Laws

4e construction industry has faced a skilled labor shortage over the past several years. One study found that the number of workers ages 25-54 dropped 8% over the last decade. At the beginning of 2022, one predictive model… more

Construction Industry, Construction Workers, Contractors, Employer Liability Issues, Prevailing Wages

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Robert O'Brien

Construction in Brief: 2018 Volume 3

Welcome to the fall edition of Construction in Brief! In this issue, we provide the latest information on a number of legislative changes affecting your business… more

Arbitration, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes

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Whitney Patience O'Reilly

[Webinar] Don’t Let the Sun Set on Your Estate Plan: Prepare Now for the 2025 Exemption Expiration - July 10th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The current federal estate tax exemption, expanded under the 2017 tax law, is set to expire at the end of 2025, potentially halving the exemption. This change, known as the 2025 estate tax sunset, could significantly increase… more

Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estate-Tax Exemption, Federal Taxes, Sunset Provisions

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Christopher Ouellette

Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act’s 2025 BOI Reporting Deadline

We are over halfway through 2024 and are rapidly approaching the January 1, 2025 deadline for companies to submit their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports mandated by the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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George Pallas

PA Supreme Court Decision Highlights the Importance of Strict Compliance with Mechanics’ Lien Law

One of the most powerful tools in a contractor’s arsenal for obtaining payment on a construction project is a mechanics’ lien claim, which is a security interest that attaches to the owner’s property interest and “clouds” the… more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contractors, Mechanics Lien, Property Owners

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Michael Payne

[Webinar] How to Protect your Rights on a USACE Dredging Project - March 19th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Join Cohen Seglias Government Contracting attorneys Michael Payne, Casey McKinnon and Steve Tobin for an in-depth discussion on how to protect your rights on dredging projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). They… more

Bid Protests, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Contract Claims, Contract Disputes

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David Petrone

Recovering Field Overhead Expenses

In a recent Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) decision, Pave-Tech, Inc., the ASBCA found that the decisions a construction contractor makes, even from the very beginning of a project, have consequences. In another… more

Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals, Construction Contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors

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Sydney Pierce

Exploring Major Certification Changes in the USDOT’s DBE Program

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) announced on April 9, 2024 significant updates to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program regulations that are set to go into effect on May 9, 2024. The rulemaking… more

Contractors, DBE Program, Department of Transportation (DOT), Transportation Industry

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Rene David Quinlan

NJ Supreme Court Gets it Right! Consequential Damages Caused by a Subcontractor's Defective Construction Work is Insured

The New Jersey Supreme Court’s August 4, 2016 decision in Cypress Point Condominium Association, Inc. v. Adria Towers, LLC opened the door for general contractors to obtain insurance coverage under their commercial general… more

Commercial General Liability Policies, Condominiums, Consequential Damages, Construction Defects, NJ Supreme Court

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Paul Rufo

How to Handle Costs Outside of Child Support Guidelines

As family law attorneys, we often handle matters that involve one parent seeking child support from the other. The amount to be paid in child support is typically calculated by using child support guidelines. Frequently,… more

Child Custody, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Parenting Plans

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Robert Ruggieri

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: Are Your Contracts and Construction Practices New York Compliant?

Recent updates to New York’s already complex construction laws require owners, developers, general contractors and subcontractors to revisit their construction contracts to ensure compliance with current New York law and limit… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Project, Department of Labor (DOL), Insurance Industry, New York

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Timothy Ryan

NJ Contractors, Take Note: State COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Still Apply

In October, Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 271 (the order), imposing a COVID-19 vaccine mandate on contractors who work on state projects. Specifically, the order requires that New Jersey state contractors who work “on… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Mandates, Health and Safety, Infectious Diseases

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James Sabia

Key Changes to R&D, Construction, and Contract Actions

As discussed in our previous update, the FAR Council has been periodically publishing revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These revisions come on the back of the Trump Administration’s executive order… more

Acquisitions, Construction Contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors, Federal Procurement Systems

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Michael Schwartz

Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry

We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also… more

3D Printing, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, General Contractors

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Edward Seglias

“Best Value” Procurement Takes Hold in Philadelphia: What It Means for the Construction Industry

Traditionally, public agencies have awarded construction contracts via the “lowest responsible bidder” procurement method, where bidders submit sealed bids and contracts are awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. However, a… more

Construction Industry, Contractors, State and Local Government, State Procurement Contracts

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Christopher Sexton

Securing and Protecting Home-Field Advantage in Construction Litigation

In construction litigation, home-field advantage is a concept that arises quite frequently. Certainly, in the sports world where we are used to hearing this term, home-field advantage is a controversial phenomenon. But, in the… more

Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project, Contractors

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Paul Simon

ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first… more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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Joseph Sine

[Webinar] From Violation to Deposition: The Legal Aftermath of an OSHA Incident - May 6th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

For Construction Safety Week 2025, join Cohen Seglias and Signature Safety for a timely webinar that examines what happens when a jobsite safety incident leads to an OSHA violation—and ultimately, a deposition. In this… more

Construction Industry, Construction Site, Construction Workers, Depositions, Documentation

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Matthew Skaroff

Construction Delays in the Time of Coronavirus: A Legal Perspective

“Time is money.” There are few places where that phrase is truer than in construction, and unfortunately, that truth has been highlighted by the coronavirus pandemic shutting down construction throughout Pennsylvania. Projects… more

Consequential Damages, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project

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Sydney Smith

Department of Education to Propose Title IX Revisions Supporting Transgender Students

The Washington Post recently reported that new proposed Title IX language referencing transgender students should be expected from the Department of Education (the Department) this month. The reported proposed regulations will… more

Department of Education, Educational Institutions, Sex Discrimination, Students, Title IX

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Paul Thaler

ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first… more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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Stephen Tobin

The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: What Federal Contractors Need to Know

On April 15, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14275 and directed wide-sweeping revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to make the federal procurement process more efficient. As discussed in our earlier… more

Contract Terms, Department of Defense (DOD), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors, Government Agencies

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Lisa Wampler

Managing Construction Contracts in an Era of Tariffs and Escalation

Tariffs, trade tensions and material cost escalations are more than just headlines—they are challenges that contractors face every day. In our recent Q&A webinar, we tackled contractors’ pressing questions on protecting… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations

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Steven Williams

Pittsburgh Landlord Ordinance Decision Appeal Goes to PA Supreme Court

Keeping Pittsburgh landlords on their toes, the City of Pittsburgh requested permission from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to appeal the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania’s decision striking down the city’s ordinance known as… more

Landlords, Rent, Rental Property, Tenants

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