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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
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
In light of recent Executive Orders issued by President Trump concerning tariffs, countries around the world—including the United States—have been forced to reassess existing trade and contractual frameworks. The construction...more
In the post-COVID world of construction, industry analysts and participants have focused considerable attention on material price escalation concerns and impacts caused by raw material shortages, supply chain issues, and...more
In any process where labor is a significant cost driver, understanding productivity is essential. Labor productivity analysis isn’t just a management buzzword; it’s a practical tool that helps emergency mitigation experts...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
“Tariffs are only part of the uncertainty in the market right now. Many clients, even those with entitled projects, have told me over the past several months that they were pausing on new construction due to interest rate...more
The recent ruling in Berkley Insurance Company v. Suffolk Construction Company, issued by the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, has highlighted several significant lessons for subcontractors,...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
Unexpected devastating weather events such as hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters can strike at any time, leaving construction projects in disarray. While Mother Nature is often unpredictable,...more
Seemingly everywhere you look, there are stories about how the increased adoption and use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is changing the way industries operate. The construction industry is no exception, and...more
Tariff Policy Shifts Introduce New Real Estate Risks - Over the past few months, there have been significant changes to tariffs by the United States and other countries around the world....more
The newly announced tariff policy from the United States has upended expectations for the global economy. The US tariffs are poised to potentially reshape global supply chains, impact regulatory compliance, and pressure...more
I have practiced law for 40 years with the vast majority as a “construction” lawyer. I have seen great… and bad… construction lawyering, both when representing a party and when serving over 300 times as a mediator or...more
In the fast-paced world of construction, delays and disruption can pose significant challenges to project success. In this Breaking Down the Walls series, Gary Brummer, a partner at Margie Strub Construction Law LLP, and...more
Join industry leaders, legal experts, and fellow construction professionals at CI’s 17th National Conference on Navigating Risk in Construction Contracts & Projects, for two impactful days of knowledge sharing, actionable...more
Construction projects are often complex endeavors involving multiple parties, intricate contracts, and significant investments. Despite meticulous planning, disputes can arise, posing challenges that require legal expertise...more
Welcome to our third issue of 2024 for our construction industry insights e-newsletter - The Site Report. In honor of last week’s Women in Construction Week, last Friday’s International Women’s Day, and Women’s History...more
Delivering major construction projects has always been challenging. The current global climate will necessitate more of these projects, while at the same time making their delivery more difficult. Understanding and mitigating...more
Hosted by CI, the 7th Annual Conference on Managing Risk in Construction Contracts & Projects – Eastern Canada Edition returns to Toronto for another exciting year with curated programming that addresses the most critical...more
Reconnect with your peers and key stakeholders from construction companies, public sector, and infrastructure! The Canadian Institute’s 7th Annual Conference on Managing Risk in Construction Contracts & Projects – Eastern...more
The Canadian Institute’s 15th Annual Conference on Managing Risk in Construction Contracts & Projects, Western Canada Edition is returning to Edmonton on January 25-26, 2023. This two-day conference is specifically...more
Most parties on a construction project know that a liquidated damage may be assessed for each day of the delay past a contract completion date. However, in infrastructure and highway contracts, there are many different events...more
This client alert analyses the primary Employer risks, arising out of the construction of major hydropower projects in emerging market countries, funded by equity contributions and senior-secured, limited-recourse, project...more
...The design professional may want to consider recommending to the owner/client an appropriate scope for site investigation. If scope is limited due to budget, that should be documented. The design professional may want to...more