News and Insights

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  11.01.2022

Tactics for handling downstream insolvency on a construction project

Several news outlets have been reporting that economists are predicting a recession in 2023. When the economy struggles, it can create financial strain on developers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and others...

INSIGHTS  |  LEGAL UPDATE  |  10.13.2022

More language could be banned in NJ discrimination lawsuit settlement agreements

No matter what the word is, New Jersey lawmakers have made clear their intent when it comes to disclosure language in the employer/employee settlement agreements for sexual harassment, discrimination, and...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  09.08.2022

Mechanics’ liens and the bankrupt owner

When the owner on a construction project files bankruptcy, it is almost certain that someone down the line has not been paid for their work. One of the biggest protections...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  06.07.2022

Partnering to bid on government contracts for diverse and non-diverse business entities

In February, I wrote about the process and benefits of becoming certified as a diverse business entity (DBE). This month, I want to talk about how DBEs can partner with...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  02.16.2022

Small diverse business certification basics for Pennsylvania government contracts

An explicit goal of the Pennsylvania governor’s office is to increase small diverse business contractors that receive government contracts (SDBs). Gov. Tom Wolf has set a goal of increasing the...

INSIGHTS  |  LEGAL UPDATE  |  12.08.2021

Court grants national injunction on federal contractor COVID-19 vaccine mandate

The below information is current as of the publication date listed. Because COVID-19 response measures on all fronts are continually evolving, clients should stay alert to new developments and consult...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  09.29.2021

Suspension and termination rights under CASPA

When payment is slow, most contractors and subcontractors begin looking for options to either suspend work or terminate the contract. However, it is common for contracts to require contractors and...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  04.23.2019

Tailoring Construction Contracts to Avoid Costly Repercussions

A contract tailored to your unique construction project is essential in avoiding potential misunderstandings, disagreements and costly litigation. Not only can a well-drafted contract limit exposure to liability, it can...

INSIGHTS  |  LEGAL UPDATE  |  04.11.2018

The Current State of Medical Marijuana’s Impact on Employers

On April 17, 2016, Pennsylvania became one of twenty-nine states to pass legislation legalizing medical marijuana.  With the implementation of Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act, employers are wondering how their business...

INSIGHTS  |  ARTICLE  |  12.01.2017

The Importance of Protecting Your Business – Reasons to Add Restrictive Covenants to Employment Agreements

According to a 2017 Bureau of Labor Statistics study, a typical employee works for one employer for an average of 4.6 years.  However, thirty years ago that same study showed...