Steven Nudelman

Steven Nudelman is a partner at the law firm of Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP in Woodbridge and Roseland, New Jersey. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department and its Construction, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Alternative Energy & Sustainable Development Practice Groups. He may be reached at (732) 476-2428 or snudelman@greenbaumlaw.com.

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Effective Mechanic’s Liens on Tenant Improvements

Try to encumber the fee or ownership interest instead of the leasehold interest.

March 4, 2019

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A direct, contractual relationship between a landlord business owner and a third-party contractor may not be needed for a contractor to file a lien action against the landlord.

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Forget the Forum, Forget the Arbitration

Insight into how a court might deal with an incomplete arbitration agreement.

December 5, 2018

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Every now and then a case with national implications pops up right here in my own backyard (New Jersey). No, we are not talking about a case affecting immigration policy, gun control or the midterm elections. Instead, we are talking about the less glitzy subject of arbitration agreements.

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Be Wary of the Waiver

The importance of understanding cardinal change and consequential damage provisions in a subcontract.

October 5, 2018

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The waiver of consequential damages clause in a contract, be it for construction or professional services, is a risk-shifting provision that has value to both parties to the contract and it should be negotiated.

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The Statute of Repose and Product Manufacturers

The application depends on state law and the nature of the product.

September 10, 2018

Steven Nudelman

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The statute of repose is often confused with another, more common statutory defense, the statute of limitations. Both statutes provide a defense to claims based on time. After that, they bear little resemblance to each other.

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‘Remember the Architect!’

Contractor claims against architects on commercial projects appear to be on the rise.

July 8, 2018

Steven Nudelman

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“Remember the Architect!” While it may not be as catchy as “Remember the Alamo!” at the Battle of San Jacinto, the phrase about design professionals is probably more relevant to your day-to-day business.