Construction Law Update 2024

For seasoned practitioners, it is rare to find disputes arising on complex construction contracts that do not include delay and disruption claims. Over recent decades, projects have grown in scale and cost, embracing new technologies, and are located in increasingly remote and challenging environments. Delays on construction projects have always been commonplace, but as the projects become more complex and financial consequences more onerous, disputing parties turn to programming experts (i.e. “delay experts”) as […]

By | December 27th, 2024 ||

Decoding Clean Construction: The EPA’s Labeling System For Low-Carbon Building Materials

In an era where sustainability is no longer just a buzzword, the construction industry is at the crossroads of innovation and environmental responsibility. Construction materials face heightened scrutiny as climate-conscious building projects become standard in the public and private sectors. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched a new construction materials labeling program to address the growing interest in clean building materials and to promote the current administration’s Buy Clean Initiative. This initiative seeks […]

By | December 22nd, 2024 ||

New Registration Requirement For NY Contractors

Effective December 30, 2024, New York has implemented a new registration requirement for contractors and subcontractors working on “covered projects.” This update impacts both public and certain privately-owned projects as contractors and subcontractors must now register with the State before they can perform work on these projects. If your business operates in construction, demolition, or similar fields in New York, it is essential to understand these new requirements to avoid potential penalties and ensure […]

By | December 20th, 2024 ||