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Contractors and Sureties Beware – New Force Majeure Clauses in Public Works Contracting are Here

With the progression of COVID-19, public works contractors and their sureties have been focusing on the impacts of the Pandemic, with particular attention to Force Majeure issues. Essentially, the analysis has been tailored to whether the Pandemic would be grounds…

Colin McCarthyMay 20, 2020

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Industry Alert! Court of Appeals Rules “Pay When Paid” Not a Defense for Payment Bond Surety

In a very important reported case handed down by a California Appeals Court on April 17, 2020, Crosno Construction v. Travelers Casualty and Surety Company, (2020 WL 1899278) the Court held that denying a public works payment bond claim by the surety…

Colin McCarthyApril 19, 2020

legal-terms-laws News

Top COVID-19 Issues Facing the Construction Industry

1. Will I be Held Responsible for Liquidated Damages for Delays Associated with Coronavirus? Generally speaking, No. COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is a textbook example of a Force Majeure event. Meaning an unexpected event that could not have been foreseen…

Colin McCarthyMarch 23, 2020

legal-terms-laws

Blockchain Technology is Coming to the Construction and Infrastructure Industry

Technology continues to drive the construction industry. From modular building, to drones, to virtual reality/5D, technological advancements are changing the way contractors design and construct buildings. The latest technological development that is beginning to hit the construction site is Blockchain. To…

Colin McCarthyDecember 3, 2019

legal-terms-laws

Important New Employer Laws Go Into Effect Jan. 1

The close of the 2019 legislative year saw a flurry of new laws aimed at employers, including regarding: Independent Contractors Family Accommodations Employer/Employee Sexual Harassment Training To see full article, click HERE. For more on these new legislative enactments, contact…

Colin McCarthyNovember 8, 2019

Case Studies services

L&H Expertise on Display Nationwide

In recent months, L&H has presented nationwide, including on the following topics: ‍ · "Legal Update and Labor Compliance" at the California Construction Institute's 2019 Public Works Update in Santa Ana, California. · "How to Perfect and Enforce Your California…

Colin McCarthyNovember 8, 2019

legislation

L&H Helps Launch the California Construction Institute

At the request of leaders in the California construction industry, L&H has helped to partner with and launch, the California Construction Institute. CCI is a non-profit organization of diverse construction professionals working to improve the construction industry by sharing experiences, knowledge…

Colin McCarthySeptember 4, 2019

legislation

Legislature Simplifies Contractor Claims Against Public Owners

In September, Governor Brown signed legislation which expedites contractor claims against owners on public works projects.

Colin McCarthyDecember 8, 2016

Court Opinions

Conflict of Interest–Contractors Beware

Recently, we have seen an increase in legal rulings related to contractor conflict of interest in public works projects.

Colin McCarthyDecember 8, 2016

Court Opinions

Court Alters Bidding Landscape

In a recent Appellate Court decision, Flintco Pacific, Inc. v. TEC Management Consultants, Inc., a California court addressed the issue of when a general contractor is reasonable in relying on a subcontractor’s bid.

Colin McCarthyAugust 16, 2016

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Contractors and Sureties Beware – New Force Majeure Clauses in Public Works Contracting are Here

Industry Alert! Court of Appeals Rules “Pay When Paid” Not a Defense for Payment Bond Surety

Top COVID-19 Issues Facing the Construction Industry

Blockchain Technology is Coming to the Construction and Infrastructure Industry

Important New Employer Laws Go Into Effect Jan. 1

L&H Expertise on Display Nationwide

L&H Helps Launch the California Construction Institute

Legislature Simplifies Contractor Claims Against Public Owners

Conflict of Interest–Contractors Beware

Court Alters Bidding Landscape

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