7 Key Takeaways | Ethics in Construction Contract Negotiations and Claims
Artificial Intelligence in Construction Contracts – Evaluating the Risks and Benefits
Work This Way: A Labor & Employment Law Podcast - Episode 28: Construction Compliance with Joan Moore and Mim Munzel of The Arbor Consulting Group
DE Under 3: OFCCP’s New Revisions & Additions to its Construction Contractor Compliance Audit Tools
Residential Contractor Boot Camp
DE Under 3: OFCCP Resurrects Proposal for Monthly CC-257 Employment Utilization Reports for Construction Contractors
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Construction Roundtable: Top 4 Legal Risks for Federal Construction Contractors
8 Key Takeaways | Hot Topics in Construction Contracting
The Labor Law Insider: Project Labor Agreements Part II
DE Under 3: OFCCP AAP Verification Portal 'Rules of Behavior', Vaccination Injunction Updates, & Recent Job Scam Alerts
Construction Webinar Series: Construction Contractors: Considerations in Subcontracting Plans and OFCCP Compliance
Construction Webinar Series: Building Compliance: Construction Industry Concerns Under FCA
Practical Training for Project Managers & Supervisors Two-Part Webinar Series: Part Two
Practical Training for Project Managers & Supervisors Two-Part Webinar Series: Part One
Design-Build: Everything That Was Old Is New Again
Prompt Payments: How CASPA and Other State Laws Afford Contractors Protections
Law Brief: Lien Times: Securing Mechanics Liens for Preconstruction Services
Benefits of a Stop Notice for Construction Contractors
As the legal and commercial landscape around construction projects continues to evolve, so must the contracts that govern these projects. In recent years, courts and contracting parties have emphasized how agreements allocate...more
The Trump administration's imposition of tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, and other construction materials, in combination with increased tariffs on raw materials and finished goods from China, Japan, the EU, and...more
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
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...more
In recent months, changes to tariff laws have had a significant impact on the construction industry. With looming disruptions to global supply chains and material costs rising, there are a number of commercial and legal...more
In my most recent post to the Texas Construction Law Blog, I discussed the correlation between Incoterms and tariffs. As a refresher, Incoterms, short for International Commercial Terms, are a set of standardized trade terms...more
President Donald Trump has announced new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the United States. This measure is part of the administration’s strategy to protect national security and address trade imbalances. ...more
In today's episode of Contract Crunch: The Impact of President Trump's Tariffs on the Construction Industry, we delve into the intricate world of tariffs and their extensive effects on the construction sector. We'll examine...more
With plans for energy transition infrastructure projects well underway, their successful delivery demands that parties swiftly get to grips with the important issues when negotiating, administering and managing claims and...more
“What goes up might take us upside down. Life ain’t a merry-go-round; it’s a roller coaster.” – Bon Jovi The song may not have been about international trade, but the lyrics are certainly fitting for today’s unpredictable...more
The year 2025 is shaping up to be quite the challenging year for the construction industry. From the President’s executive order nos. 14151 and 14174 (signed January 20 and 21, 2025, respectively) seeking to end DEI-related...more
This paper is the third installment in a series examining the multifaceted impacts of tariff and trade policies. By delving into the nuances of these policies, we aim to provide valuable insights and perspectives that will...more
What are key legal strategies for managing risk in the fast-evolving world of data center development? In this informative webinar, you'll learn principles of risk allocation, the influence of emerging technologies, common...more
As the Trump Administration’s tariffs are now in effect, owners, developers, and contractors managing pending construction projects face questions about who is ultimately responsible for impacts (both time and cost) resulting...more
Well, Q1 of 2025 ended with a bang and continued the expansion of transactional work for the Gray Reed Construction Team. The announcement of tariffs and feared disruptions in the supply chain certainly created a point of...more
The Impact of Tariffs on Construction Costs - As construction costs continue to soar, the industry is bracing for even sharper increases in 2025. Tariffs on key materials—iron, steel, and lumber—are expected to drive up...more
The tariffs enacted and proposed by the Trump administration have created a cause for concern among industries worldwide, and the construction sector is no exception. Imported goods are often essential to a construction...more
Driven by growing housing needs, clean energy policies and a high volume of telecommunications transactions, demand for Canadian infrastructure projects have been rising. However, recently announced US tariffs on Canadian...more
In light of the Trump administration’s imposition of 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, construction industry stakeholders are facing renewed cost pressures and potential project delays. This alert discusses how...more
My colleague (Graham Quinn) recently wrote an article about the potential financial impact of the impending steel and aluminum tariffs on the construction industry. See hyperlink: The Impact of President Trump’s Steel and...more
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....more
The prospect of 25 percent tariffs being imposed on all steel and aluminum imports by the newly elected Trump administration, together with the 10 percent increase on tariffs already levied on Chinese imports, has created...more
The tectonic plates have shifted once again, this time with trade tariff announcements from the incoming Trump administration, sowing the seeds for another potential supply chain disruption event. In times like these owners,...more
Industrial construction is poised for continued growth in 2025, especially with incoming presidential administration and its anticipated emphasis on domestic economic production. Nowhere will this growth be seen more than in...more
In 2024, many real estate developers pressed pause on new projects. Interest rates for multifamily loans were too high and the office market was still recovering from “work from home,” at least in the Pacific Northwest (where...more