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
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Stuck at the Docks: Managing Construction Delays and Supply Chain Issues Resulting from the East Coast Ports Strike
At midnight on October 1, 2024, longshoremen and harbor workers at major East Coast ports went on strike, causing significant disruptions to the flow of goods and materials of all sorts, including those essential for the construction industry. The strike
Blueprint for Change: How the Construction Industry Should Respond to the FTC’s Ban on Noncompetes
In a groundbreaking move aimed at fostering fair competition and empowering workers, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule last week to ban noncompete agreements nationwide. This ruling may carry profound implications for the construction industry, prompting
Contract Void Ab Initio: Key Insights into the KBR vs. Corps of Engineers Affirmative Defense
In a recent Board decision dated December 13, 2023, the United States Army Corps of Engineers sought to amend its answer in the case of APPEALS OF – KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT SERVICES, INC., under Contract No. W912GB-13-C-0011. The proposed
Unlocking the Potential of AI and ChatGPT in Construction Management
The construction industry is one of the most complex and challenging sectors. Projects can be highly demanding and require a significant amount of planning and coordination to complete successfully. However, with advancements in technology, specifically the use of artificial
Nailing Social Media: The Key to Generating Leads for Construction Companies
Social media has become a powerful tool for small to medium-sized construction companies to generate leads for both residential and commercial projects. With over 3 billion people using social media worldwide, there is a huge opportunity for construction companies to
It’s a Jolly Time of the Year: 5 Tips for Dealing with Construction Labor Issues During the Holidays
It’s that time of year again – the holiday season is upon us, and for those in the construction industry, that can mean a few extra challenges when it comes to maintaining efficiency on the job site.
Here are five
It’s a Jolly Time of the Year: 5 Tips for Dealing with Construction Labor Issues During the Holidays
It’s that time of year again – the holiday season is upon us, and for those in the construction industry, that can mean a few extra challenges when it comes to maintaining efficiency on the job site.
Here are five
Home Builders and Developers Beware: SC Supreme Court Beats Up Hybrid Arbitration Clauses Mercilessly
Today’s guest post is by one of my favorite construction lawyers and friends, Burr partner Ned Nicholson in our Columbia, SC office. Ned regularly represents clients in construction defect and compensation claims, manufacturer/dealer disputes, and insurance coverage lawsuits. He is
Gru Was Wrong About the Money: Court Concludes that Lender Owes Contractor “Contractually, Factually and Practically”
This weekend was all about The Rise of Gru. I love Gru so much that when my children ask for money, my best Gru-like voice belts back: “Now, I know there have been some rumors going around that the