Steven Nudelman

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Is the Claim Timely?

A look at limitation on actions in multibuilding developments.

December 6, 2021

Whenever a client speaks to me for the first time about a potential construction case, I almost always ask them to prepare a “back of the envelope” timeline.

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Design-Assist: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

The form of the design-assist contract is critical so that the responsibilities of each team member are spelled out in clear language.

September 3, 2021

Steven Nudelman

It is an age-old dilemma in the construction industry: How do you construct a project properly, on time and under budget?

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But I Didn’t Agree to Arbitrate — Did I?

How direct benefits estoppel may impact your commercial construction contracts.

June 1, 2021

Steven Nudelman

To understand direct benefits estoppel and how it may impact your agreements, you may want to consult an attorney. At the very least, read through contracts thoroughly as the plain, unambiguous language of the parties’ agreement is going to trump principles of equity in the law.

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How direct benefits estoppel may impact your commercial construction contracts.

June 1, 2021

Steven Nudelman

To understand direct benefits estoppel and how it may impact your agreements, you may want to consult an attorney. At the very least, read through contracts thoroughly as the plain, unambiguous language of the parties’ agreement is going to trump principles of equity in the law.

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The Miller Act Matters to Design Professionals

Although design work itself is not protected, construction administration services provided by the architect or engineer are protected.

April 2, 2021

Steven Nudelman

Contractors and design professionals who work on projects for the federal government must contend with a complex web of federal statutes and regulations

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Delays Caused By a Pandemic: Are they Compensable or Excusable?

During the negotiation process, contractors must carefully consider the allocation and of risk, attendant costs and possible delays.

March 8, 2021

Steven Nudelman

To supplement the famous words of Benjamin Franklin, “[I]n this world nothing can be said to certain except death and taxes” — and construction delays.

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The Spearin Doctrine: 100-Plus Years Old and Still Going Strong

All parties to construction contracts must be aware of its limits and contours to understand properly their exposure to liability.

December 1, 2020

Steven Nudelman

“Errors and omissions” is a phrase that keeps design professionals awake at night.

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Certificate of Merit Failure May Result in Engineer’s Success

The statutes can prevent a plaintiff from bringing a frivolous claim for professional malpractice against a licensed professional.

December 1, 2020

Steven Nudelman

The statutes can prevent a plaintiff from bringing a frivolous claim for professional malpractice against a licensed professional.

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Contract Claims and COVID-19

Contractors seeking to collect on construction claims will do well to use an experienced construction attorney to navigate through the process.

August 31, 2020

Steven Nudelman

Contractors seeking to collect on construction claims will do well to use an experienced construction attorney to navigate through the process.

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My Office Is in Ohio. Can I Get Sued in Washington, D.C.?

A litigant is well-served looking at substance and procedural issues at the same time, such as whether there is a defense based on lack of jurisdiction.

August 31, 2020

Steven Nudelman

Instead of looking at only the substance first, a litigant is well-served looking at procedural issues at the same time. Lawyers look to see if there is a defense based on lack of jurisdiction.