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One of the earliest issues to decide on a hospitality renovation abroad – whether it’s a branded resort in Europe, a hotel in Asia, or a mixed-use property in Latin America – is the selection of the appropriate project...more
The High Court (TCC) recently handed down a notable decision in Pharos Offshore Group Ltd v Keynvor Morlift Ltd [2025] EWHC 1764 (TCC), emphasising the importance of contractual clarity in offshore construction projects. This...more
Pennsylvania’s statute of repose, enacted in 1976, has long provided construction industry participants with finality by barring claims related to construction defects raised more than 12 years after the completion of...more
In today’s global economy, construction projects are more interconnected than ever. Materials, equipment, and skilled labor often come from a variety of domestic and international sources. When any link in this chain breaks...more
In the dynamic and often contentious world of construction in New York State, securing payment for labor and materials can be a challenge. As disputes over quality, delays, and compensation arise, contractors and suppliers...more
When it comes to selecting a general contractor for a construction project, owners’ typical considerations are clear: the contractor’s experience, its vision for the job, the quality of its work, and — of course — price....more
In BLDG 44 Developers LLC v. Pace Companies N.Y., LLC, 2025 N.Y. Slip Op 32881(U) (Sup. Ct., N.Y. County July 25, 2025) (here), BLDG 44 Developers LLC sued Pace Companies New York, LLC for breach of contract, seeking...more
When entering into a construction contract, it is important to understand and account for the differences between direct damages and consequential damages, as these differences can determine what damages may be recoverable....more
A federal judge in Michigan last week rejected a contractor’s efforts to avoid a jury trial this fall in its dispute with the owner of the Ludington Pumped Storage Hydro plant. The case involves a project to overhaul the...more
Judge Andrea Masley of the Supreme Court of New York County rendered a decision in Bldg 44 Developers LLC. v. The Pace Companies of New York LLC, which is highly significant in the area of construction law for two reasons:...more
Data center construction is surging around the world as companies race to build the critical infrastructure needed to power advancements in artificial intelligence. We consider below how this boom in data center construction...more
The NSW Court of Appeal in Roberts Co (NSW) Pty Ltd v Sharvain Facades Pty Ltd (Administrators Appointed) [2025] NSWCA 161 has confirmed that, under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW)...more
Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of September....more
In this Insight, first published in PLC, Shy Jackson considers how settlement agreements, while intended to resolve disputes, can sometimes become the source of further conflict over their interpretation and performance. ...more
England, and in particular, London, is one of the leading international arbitration centers and is frequently selected as a seat of arbitration. Indeed, the 2025 International Arbitration Survey conducted by White & Case and...more
When most people think about construction law, they picture contracts, building codes, and zoning disputes, not copyrights and patents. But if you’re in the construction industry, whether you’re a general contractor,...more
With more than 40 years of experience in construction mediations, I’ve seen how early mediator involvement can significantly streamline the resolution process. By engaging a mediator early—before discovery heats up—parties...more
Careful Contracting: The Foundation of Every Successful Construction Project - A successful construction project starts long before the first shovel hits the ground. It begins with the contract. As discussed in the...more
In a closely watched order issued July 11, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida addressed a previously unresolved and critical question under Florida law: whether remediation costs for defective...more
A surety asserting an indemnity claim in federal court in Georgia sought recovery against indemnitors involved with a joint venture put together to bid on construction projects requiring surety bonds....more
Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of August. Be sure to subscribe to the Texas Construction Law Blog to automatically receive our monthly lien and bond guides, as well as...more
In Matière v ABM, the court found that there was an express obligation of good faith in a number of contracts concerning a joint venture for a subcontracting role in the construction of the HS2 railway. However, it concluded...more
While good communication alone may not guarantee the success of a construction project, a lack of communication among the project team will almost always doom a project to failure. With so many moving parts, clear and...more
Constructing a hotel is a complex endeavor that requires meticulous planning and execution to meet the expectations of both the developer and the flag. One of the critical aspects of this process is ensuring that the...more
In this Insight, first published in PLC, Partner Shy Jackson considers the JCT's Target Cost Contract, 2024 Edition (TCC 2024), a new addition to its 2024 Edition contract suite that reflects the wider industry trend towards...more