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.” 

The joint petitioners strongly oppose the decision to extend deadlines for major commercial refrigeration applications, thereby allowing the continued manufacture of new systems using high-GWP refrigerants. 

A new statewide survey commissioned by HARDI found concerns the regulations could increase grocery prices, disrupt refrigeration repairs and strain food supply operations statewide.

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.

Avoid costly legal traps by understanding the critical differences between standard, reasoned, and detailed arbitration awards before you sign your next contract.

The court has granted an Order to Show Cause in the ongoing legal challenge to the state’s refrigerant regulations brought by HARDI.

Over the past several months, HARDI advocacy has maintained a strong and strategic presence across the states and in our nation’s capitol, promoting policies that reflect the needs of HVACR distributors and the contractor customers they serve.

HARDI’s second annual New York State Advocacy Day put HVACR distributors face-to-face with state lawmakers to push for refrigerant regulations aligned with federal standards.