In a move that’s turning heads on and off the jobsite, a Tennessee contractor has officially served a subcontractor with a default notice—via drone.
VoltaBuild Construction, a regional general contractor, used a DJI drone to deliver a 14-page default notice…
“This is the worst-case scenario to prepare for,” said Kristan Lund, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, when talking about the recent wildfires in Los Angeles and the subsequent heavy rainfall.
The aftermath of debris, mudslides and flooding…
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In a major win for open competition in federal contracting, the United States Court of Federal Claims ruled against the government’s…
On January 21, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.” This sweeping action revoked Executive Order 11246, a policy that had guided federal contractors on affirmative action and anti-discrimination measures…
Construction contractors often have to deal with classification of employees, particularly those who work in the home office. Today’s guest post by Alexandra Shulman and Leah Lively addresses a recent court decision affecting the wage protection of employees under the…
As a single dad of seven, resolving daily disputes is a common occurrence in my house. Whether it’s whose turn it is to pick the next Netflix stream or who gets the last Crumbl cookie, disagreements are inevitable. Fortunately for…
I recently blogged about the use of AI and ChatGBT in the construction industry. Today’s guest post by Alexandra Shulman and Leah Lively addresses the recent guidance by the USDOL on the issue of using AI when hiring in…
When Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina, it caused severe disruptions to construction projects across the state. Baxter International’s North Cove facility in Marion, N.C., was completely shut down after floodwaters damaged the site and bridges leading to it. Elsewhere, landslides…
As a construction lawyer, contractor licensing is a very key aspect of my practice. This can include new contractor applications, increase or changes in monetary limits or license classifications, change in ownership or qualifying agent , and, of course, licensing…
Yesterday, I posted about potential construction delays and supply chain challenges resulting from the strike at the East Coast ports, such as New York, New Jersey, Savannah, and Charleston.
A reader asked me about the specific types of construction…
