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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

The Spearin Doctrine: Owner Responsible for Defective Plans in Dispute with General Contractor

The Spearin doctrine is alive and well in Maryland. Pursuant to that doctrine, owners who provide plans and specifications to a contractor impliedly warrant that information and may be responsible if that information is...more

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Hardship and the new UAE Civil Code: When performance becomes onerous, not impossible

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In our first article, we considered the circumstances in which the new United Arab Emirates Civil Code ("the new UAE Civil Code") could apply to contracts that were entered into prior to 1 June 2026. In this second article,...more

Mayer Brown

Examining the New UAE Civil Code – Part 1: Force Majeure, Exceptional Circumstances and Relief in Times of Crisis

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On 1 October 2025, the United Arab Emirates government issued Federal Decree Law No. 25/2025 promulgating the new UAE Civil Transactions Law (the "New Civil Code").  The New Civil Code takes effect on 1 June 2026 and repeals...more

Vinson & Elkins LLP

Navigating Natural Gas Power Plant Construction Disputes

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The AI revolution is upon us, and AI runs on data centers. And those data centers run on huge measures of electricity to power and cool the servers. Existing grid and production infrastructure is insufficient to power all of...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Who owns your construction job cost data?

Assets are not always physical. Many of the most valuable assets a company possesses are intangible, including ideas, proprietary processes, and data. In the construction industry, one of the most important of these assets is...more

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Building for the World Cup, Investing for the Future

In February 2023, shortly after the conclusion of the 2022 Men’s FIFA World Cup, we looked ahead to 2026 and noted that the largest World Cup in history would be coming to North America, and with it, a fresh round of...more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

Virginia Construction Alert: New Law Significantly Expands Wage Liability for General Contractors – Effective July 1, 2026

Virginia construction contractors should be aware of a major legal development that will substantially change wage‑payment risk across the industry....more

Pillsbury - Gravel2Gavel Construction & Real...

Introducing the Updated 2026 Pillsbury Guide to Data Centers

Since the initial publication of the Pillsbury Guide to Data Centers in 2025, the market has continued to evolve—most notably with respect to power availability, energy strategy, tax and incentives planning, and investment...more

TransPerfect Legal

[Webinar] Construction Disputes: Data, Discovery and Strategy - May 28th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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Construction disputes have gotten bigger, faster, and harder to manage. Mega-infrastructure projects, cross-border joint ventures, and a shifting regulatory landscape are driving high-stakes claims involving delay,...more

Allen Matkins

Renewable Energy Update 5.15.26

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The developer behind a proposed battery storage facility in Watsonville will withdraw its application from Santa Cruz County to instead seek approval through the state....more

Vinson & Elkins LLP

Powering Progress | Ep. 4 – The Power Supply Challenge: Delivering Energy for AI Growth

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Artificial intelligence is driving an extraordinary surge in data center demand, but behind every server and processor is a far more fundamental question: where will the power come from, and how will it be delivered reliably...more

Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP

California Contractor Licensing: Where the Line Blurs on Equipment Installation

For companies that manufacture, supply, or install complex equipment on California construction projects, a recent appellate decision raises the stakes around contractor licensing. Whether a license is required in these...more

Stoel Rives LLP

Making a Mosaic: Tips for a Project’s Contracting Phase

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So, you want to start a construction project? Long before you cut a ribbon, top out your building, or even put a shovel in the ground, you’re going to need to put together a mosaic of contracts to set your project up for...more

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Legal Developments in Construction Law: May 2026

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1. PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE OF INDEPENDENT MONITORING SURVEYORS, DUTIES OWED AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES - The recent case of Eiger Funding (PCC) Limited v Ridge and Partners LLP [2026] EWHC 609 (TCC) provides important...more

Miller Canfield

The AI Arbitrator Is Here: Are You Ready? Is Your Lawyer?

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It is often said that one of the main advantages of arbitration is that it is generally faster and less costly than litigation. But arbitration can still involve significant costs and time. Two new initiatives are testing...more

Saiber LLC

The Saiber Construction Law Column: April 2026

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To assert a claim for fraud in New Jersey, a plaintiff must show (1) a material misrepresentation of a presently existing or past fact, (2) knowledge or belief by the defendant of its falsity, (3) an intention that the other...more

Vinson & Elkins LLP

Build Now, Permit Later? What EPA’s Air Permitting Proposal Means for Data Centers and Major Projects

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Last fall, the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) gave project developers a valuable thing in Clean Air Act permitting: a usable bright line....more

Kennedys

Construction Products Reform White Paper: a new era for safety

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The UK Government’s Construction Products Reform White Paper sets out a comprehensive programme to overhaul the regulatory framework governing construction products. Prompted by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and subsequent...more

Phelps Dunbar

What Do You Need to Know About AI in Construction and How Do Contracts Help?

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Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly becoming part of everyday work in the construction field. Service providers are embracing AI tools for performing tasks ranging from design to project management. Even if...more

Hogan Lovells

The King's Speech 2026: What it means for UK construction

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Key Takeaways from the King's Speech 2026 for the Construction Industry, including planning reform, infrastructure investment, procurement, energy transition, and any other pertinent Bills or policy commitments. This article...more

Hinckley Allen

New Connecticut Workplace Legislation: What Employers Need to Know

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Connecticut employers, take note: sweeping workforce legislation was signed by Governor Ned Lamont on May 11, 2026, and the compliance clock is ticking. On April 29, 2026, the Connecticut House of Representatives passed...more

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Court of Appeal reinforces substance over technicality in Pay Less Notices and clarifies the “residential occupier” exception

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The Court of Appeal has provided an important reminder that the courts will focus on commercial reality, rather than technical traps, when considering payment notices under the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration...more

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When and Where Do Code Upgrades Occur During a Structure's Renovation?

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Insurance claims professionals, coverage counsel, property insurers handling complex renovation or property loss claims, construction attorneys, forensic engineers, building owners, and risk managers involved in renovation...more

Adams & Reese

Florida HB 803: Beyond the $7,500 Exception

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HB 803, signed into law on May 7, 2026, exempts certain residential construction work valued under $7,500 from building permit requirements, effective July 1, 2026 - but the bill’s impact on Florida’s construction industry...more

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Florida's Live Local Act and YIGBY Form Unified Affordable Housing Strategy

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Florida's affordable housing crisis is not new, but the state's legislative response is becoming increasingly sophisticated. With Florida adding nearly 470,000 new residents in 2024 alone, the largest numeric gain of any...more

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