When “Smart” Tools Make Dumb Mistakes
The construction industry is embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and the effects are materializing. In a September 2025 analysis of survey data from over...
Minimizing OSHA Exposure
It has often been said, “In the eyes of , if it isn’t written down, it didn’t happen.” Regardless of whether this view is...
Get To The Point: Tips for Writing Cure and Termination Letters
All contractors are likely to have to write a cure or termination letter at some point. Unfortunately for the contractor, this need usually arises...
The Overlooked Edge
In construction disputes, proving damages often begins with a seemingly simple question: “What will it cost to fix?” Owners, developers, and their consultants routinely...
Investing in America
For more than a decade, I’ve covered the lack of skilled workers in the trades impacting productivity, profits, and projects across the nation. I’ve...
Unpreventable Employee Misconduct: Series on the Affirmative Defense
By Anthony M. Kroese, Esq. and Samantha V. Catone, Esq.
In the final part of this four-part series on the “unpreventable employee misconduct” defense to...
Renewable Energy
By William S. Thomas
In May 2021, the Biden Administration unveiled an aggressive agenda to curb carbon emissions created by the construction sector. The plan...
Understanding & Navigating a Performance Bond Default Situation
Most contractors deal with performance bonds on public jobs when they furnish a bond for the benefit of an owner. However, many contractors will...
Minimizing OSHA Liability : More Than an Ounce of Prevention
OSHA penalties can be costly. In fact, a single “repeat” or “willful” violation can result in a penalty of $126,749. And, if you have...
Pass-Through Agreements
Maximize chances for recovery
By Christopher S. Drewry
The shift of a project dispute into claim mode can significantly alter the dynamic of the project participants....









