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Licensing Complaints Against Contractors
Construction disputes often involve allegations of overbilling, defective work, abandonment, or fraud. While parties frequently turn to private litigation to resolve these disputes, state licensing authorities and regulatory boards offer an alternative enforcement pathway. If proven, licensing complaints can result in license suspension, revocation, financial restitution, or civil penalties against contractors.
Navigating Tariff Risks in Construction Contracts | JD Supra
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 strategies that owners, contractors, and subcontractors can utilize to help manage the risk of tariffs. A tariff is simply a tax or a duty paid on a particular class of imports or exports from a specific country.
Coming to the Neighborhood: Colorado Passes New HOA Laws | JD Supra
June 27, 2022 Rachel Burkhart, Carla Martin, Sharena Smith Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP + Follow x Following x Following - Unfollow Contact To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: The Colorado legislature recently enacted several new laws that will significantly impact the conduct of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) across the state.
Colorado Expands Use of P3s in Public Sector Projects | JD Supra
Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed into law expanded public-private partnership (P3) enabling legislation following the Colorado General Assembly’s passage of SB22-130. The law permits state public entities, including the executive, legislative and judicial branches of the state government, to enter into agreements with private companies to develop and/or operate public projects.
Unfunded and Delayed Infrastructure Projects: Concerns for Landowners Facing Condemnation | JD Supra
Both Democrats and Republicans support a major infusion of funding into rebuilding the nation’s infrastructure. We’re not just talking about roads, bridges and highways — airports, the smart grid, water systems, electricity grids and school construction could all see a boost under a federal infrastructure package. The injection of cash couldn’t come at a better time.
Unfunded and Delayed Infrastructure Projects: Concerns for Landowners Facing Condemnation
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Before You Cancel: The Risks of Suspending or Terminating Work | JD Supra
Over the past few months, an increasing number of owners have decided to halt, cancel or postpone their construction projects. Concerns about health and safety, decreased demand and changed financial circumstances have all prompted owners to sit down and reassess their portfolios. Financial instability of contractors as a result of the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic may also result in conditions that could justify termination for cause.
Text vs. Context: Why Construction Contract Interpretation Is Critical to Navigating COVID-19 | JD Supra
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Recent Federal Court Decisions Open the Door for Developer Takings Challenges to Local Land Use Decisions | JD Supra
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Interpreting the Scope of Colorado's Anti-Indemnity Statute | JD Supra
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Three Considerations When Seeking Compensation for Lost Income Due to a Government Taking
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