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. 

Proper drainage is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of fire sprinkler and standpipe system design—Eugene Green, PE, explores essential coordination strategies to prevent water damage and ensure fire protection systems operate effectively when needed.

Idle pallets may seem harmless, but without proper sprinkler system design, they can become the most dangerous fire hazard in your building—here’s how the 2025 NFPA 13 addresses that risk.

Inspections of water-based fire protection systems are a critical yet often overlooked safeguard that ensures sprinklers, standpipes and fire pumps are ready to save lives and property when fire strikes.

Discover why backflow preventers (BFPAs) are critical yet often overlooked components of fire protection systems—and how proper inspection, testing, and maintenance ensure both code compliance and reliable system performance.

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.

Discover how electrically operated sprinklers (EOS) are revolutionizing fire protection by enabling faster, smarter, and more targeted response to high-challenge fires and complex storage environments.

A dedicated standard for the hanging and bracing of fire suppression systems is in development. Learn why NFPA 200 was created, how it builds on existing codes, and what it means for the future of seismic protection and structural coordination.

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.

The occupancy hazard design approach for fire sprinkler systems is crucial for determining the amount of water needed to control potential fires based on the quantity and combustibility of contents.