Corps of Engineers reissues nationwide permit program
Developers, contractors and designers, take note: the Corps of Engineers has reissued its Section 404 nationwide permit program. Our colleagues in the Environmental Law Group summarize the notable...
View ArticleGeneral contractors: how’s your subcontract?
In an article recently published in the Daily Journal of Commerce entitled “General Contractors: How’s Your Subcontract?,” I address five questions that general contractors should ask about their...
View ArticleFive Tips for Defending a Lien Claim
Lien claims can be an unfortunate reality of even the best-laid development plans. Owners or developers facing a lien claim can be held liable to lenders, landlords or investors for liens filed on...
View ArticleFive Tips to Prepare for Delay
As they say, timing is everything, and the success of a development project often hinges on when it will be complete. Whether it’s a new business, a new school, or some other project, delay can be...
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Beware the Economic Loss Trap in Construction Disputes
The Oregon Court of Appeals recently applied the so-called “economic loss rule” to a construction dispute (Marton v. Ater Construction Co., 256 Or App 554, __ P3d __ (2013)). Among other issues, the...
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Owners: Watch Out for New Endorsements
The new year brings a reminder that owners need to be careful about changes to their contractors’ and designers’ insurance policies. Many of the most important terms of an insurance policy are in...
View ArticleOwners of Development Projects: Remember to Close the Loop
In my latest Daily Journal of Commerce Construction column, I discuss six important issues an owner should keep in mind during a busy development project. Taking time to manage all the details related...
View ArticleFive Questions an Owner Should Ask About Insurance and Bonds
Contractors often have limited liquid assets, so insurance and bonding are often the best resources available to an owner to protect against contractor default or defective work. However, not all...
View ArticleOwners and Developers: Watch Out for Section 106 of the National Historic...
Many development projects have a federal connection — such as a federal permit or grant — that triggers compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Section 106 requires the...
View ArticlePublic Contracting Code Reminders
Developing public projects in Oregon requires an understanding of the Oregon Public Contracting Code and the complexities of procurement requirements. In my recent article for the Daily Journal of...
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