On February 17, 2026, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued its decision in Lucid Group USA, Inc. v. State of Georgia, addressing the constitutionality of Georgia’s direct sales ban under the State’s dealer law framework. The...more
2/23/2026
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Liquidated damages clauses are a common feature in contracts across industries, including construction, where they serve as a mechanism to predefine compensation for contractual breaches, including delayed completion....more
1/23/2026
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With 2026 approaching, it is a good time for contractors and construction industry professionals to take stock of recent changes in Georgia law. During the 2025 legislative session, the General Assembly enacted a series of...more
12/26/2025
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This article continues a series offering practical guidance to developers, owners, and project teams on how to proactively harmonize American Institute of Architects (AIA) construction documents with the broader contractual...more
4/25/2025
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When negotiating construction contracts, attorneys often focus on the American Institute of Architects (AIA) A201-2017 General Conditions, a widely used standard in the industry. However, construction loan agreements, drafted...more
Starting January 1, 2025, Georgia’s notaries public must comply with new provisions enacted by House Bill 1292. The law introduces updates to the obligations of notaries, focusing on journal-keeping, identity verification,...more
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently signed a series of bills impacting the state’s construction industry, including updated measures to the general contractor and professional land surveyor licensing laws, as well as...more