In Disney’s 1951 classic, “Alice in Wonderland,” the White Rabbit famously observed, “I’m late, I’m late for a very important date!”

It always cracks me up at the start of a deposition when one of the lawyers says to me, or another lawyer, “Usual stipulations?” What on earth are they talking about? There is no such thing as “usual stipulations.” 

Stay ahead of evolving plumbing regulations by implementing proactive training, consistent internal walkthroughs, and modern digital tools to ensure every job is compliant and your reputation remains rock-solid.

I represent various industry players in construction contract negotiations and, invariably, at least one party wants a “waiver of consequential damages” clause in the agreement. 

Unexpected conditions below the surface can lead to major disputes. A recent case between Skanska Civil USA and the U.S. Navy reveals the high stakes of differing site conditions and the importance of thorough pre-bid review and due diligence.

Attorney Steve Nudelman discusses a recent New Jersey appellate court decision in Lahoud v. Anthony & Sylvan Corp., which scrutinized an arbitration clause deemed one-sided in favor of the contractor.

Columnist Steven Nudelman highlights the importance of understanding arbitration as a binding dispute resolution method and the potential limitations on legal rights when accepting digital contracts.

In litigation, courts view the failure to take discovery obligations seriously, such as failing to preserve electronically stored information.

Since April 23, when the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its final rule regarding noncompete clauses, I have received numerous calls and emails asking if such clauses are no longer binding and effective.