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Labor shortages in the construction industry are an increasingly pressing issue—particularly for large-scale infrastructure and technology projects where schedule and budget performance are critical. While recent attention has focused on…
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As high interest rates continue to shape the commercial real estate landscape, buyers are increasingly…
AI is making waves across construction—from analyzing specs and drawings to automating scheduling and productivity…
Construction Liens in Washington: Essential Knowledge for Construction Professionals
Why Understanding Liens is Important
Construction liens are a critical aspect of the construction industry…
On April 23, 2025, join me in Portland, OR, for Bisnow’s Portland Multifamily & Affordable…
Oregon Senate Bill 426 Would Make Owners and Prime Contractors Liable for Unpaid Wages Owed by Those They Hire
Developers, owners, and contractors would all be wise to take note of Senate Bill 426…
Construction contracts are often loaded with industry and legal jargon, making them tough for nonlawyers…
Executive Summary: When disaster strikes: Navigating damage provisions in commercial leases
Commercial leases contain numerous provisions that impact a tenant’s business, including those addressing damage and…
Key Considerations in Subcontract Negotiations
Negotiating subcontracts presents challenges for both general contractors and subcontractors.
Wildfires and Property Insurance: Navigating a Shifting Landscape
As wildfires grow more frequent and severe across California, Oregon, and Washington, homeowners and businesses…
As the multifamily market rebounds (hopefully) in 2025, potential new tariffs on materials like steel…
On January 22, 2025, join me in Seattle, WA, for Bisnow’s Seattle 2025 CEO Market…
Arbitration agreements have become commonplace in construction contracts. As a result, a significant portion of…
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Ahead of Schedule focuses on legal matters critical to the construction industry, offering insights, analysis, tips and updates regarding the law of project development, design and construction. The authors have well over 100 years combined experience in construction litigation and contract negotiation, along with prior office and field experience in engineering, construction and accounting.