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Preparing for Victory in Construction Disputes 0
- Construction in the Courts, Documentation, Legally Speaking, Risk Management
- December 23, 2025
By Todd Nectow, Thomas, Feldman & Wilshusen, L.L.P. Marcus Aurelius (the wise old emperor in Gladiator) said, The secret of all victory lies in the organization of the non-obvious. Miguel de Cervantes (the guy who wrote Don Quixote) said, To be prepared is half the victory. Aurelius and Cervantes were discussing victory on the battlefield,
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Building a Dream Team: Strategies for Workforce Success 0
- Leadership, Legally Speaking, Outlook & Trends, Workforce & Professional Development
- December 23, 2025
By Karalynn Cromeens, The Cromeens Law Firm PLLC The labor market has presented immense challenges for subcontractors in recent years. Many of us experienced the shock of the “Great Resignation,” watching valued team members leave and struggling to fill the void. With more job openings than available workers, attracting and retaining talent became a battle.
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Getting Paid What You’ve Earned: A Subcontractor’s Guide to Fair and Timely Payment 0
- Documentation, FINANCE, Legally Speaking
- November 25, 2025
By Christian Fernandez, Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. Every subcontractor knows this truth: getting paid on time can make or break a business. Cash flow is the lifeblood of any construction company, and delayed payments can quickly ripple through operations — slowing payroll, straining relationships with suppliers, and putting future projects at risk. In an industry
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By Brian K. Carroll, Sanderford & Carroll Project documentation is exceptionally important to every aspect of the construction project lifespan. Documentation is important for everything from internal QA/QC to making sure a Subcontractor can develop a successful claim if/when a dispute arises on a Project. Almost as a universal truth, the party in a construction

Subcontractors Take Note: Flow-Down Clauses Can Act As Contractual Waivers 0

By Lisa Colon, Saul Ewing LLP Flow-down (or “pass-through” or “conduit”) clauses are a common feature in construction contracts, particularly in projects involving multiple tiers of contracts. These clauses are intended to ensure the terms and conditions between the prime contractor and owner apply to all lower tiers of contractors (subcontractors) too. At their best,

Peace of Mind in Construction: Managing Risk to Protect Your Well-Being 0

By Leslie A. Boe, Dysart Taylor Cotter McMonigle & Brumitt, P.C. Construction is one of the most demanding industries— rising material costs, complex contracts, tight deadlines, changes in scope of work, and payment disputes can create a constant undercurrent of stress. Over time, that strain doesn’t just affect productivity—it affects mental health, sleep, and overall