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Are You Compliant?

What plumbing pros need to know as codes and standards continue to change.
May 4, 2026

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.


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Legal Pipeline

Know the Forms of Arbitration Awards Before Agreeing to Arbitrate

Absent a statutory violation under the relevant arbitration act, a court will likely uphold the parties’ agreed-upon selection of the award’s form, regardless of their satisfaction (or dissatisfaction) with the award’s contents.
May 4, 2026
Steven Nudelman

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


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A Hong Kong Construction Contract Offers a Lesson in Ambiguity to U.S. Contractors

Unclear payment clauses can lead to significant legal disputes. Use precise language to avoid unintended obligations.
March 2, 2026
Steven Nudelman
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Legal Perspective

Ten Tips for Avoiding Contract Litigation

By taking these steps, companies can minimize risks, save resources, and focus on positive growth instead of costly legal battles.
November 3, 2025
Daniel Beederman

Litigation is costly, risky, and often avoidable — by reading, understanding, and negotiating your contracts carefully, businesses can protect themselves, prevent disputes, and focus their resources on growth instead of the courtroom.


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The Limits of a Contractual Waiver of Consequential Damages

Direct damages, which naturally result from a breach, are not waived even with an express contractual clause.
October 1, 2025
Steven Nudelman

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. 


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Lessons Learned from Differing Site Conditions Claims

A recent case highlights the importance of thorough contract review, site inspection and leveraging prior project experience to mitigate risks.
July 1, 2025
Steven Nudelman

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.


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Courts Decline to Enforce Lopsided Dispute Resolution Clauses

Corporate parties would do well to ensure their agreements for binding dispute resolution are fair, balanced and clearly communicated to consumers.
April 3, 2025
Steven Nudelman

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.


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Legal Pipeline

Online Agreements to Arbitrate: What Plumbing Professionals Should Know

When using digital contracts, know what to look for and follow best practices to better protect your rights.
January 6, 2025
Steven Nudelman

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.


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Legal Perspective

Litigation or Arbitration: Which is Better? You Be the Judge!

Each of these dispute resolution avenues includes certain advantages and disadvantages of which you need to be aware.
October 2, 2024
Daniel Beederman

Every relationship, whether personal or business, starts with high expectations and the hope that everything will go smoothly as planned.


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Legal Pipeline

Don’t Be a Discovery Doofus

Take document drudgery seriously or be prepared to pay the price.
October 2, 2024
Steven Nudelman

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


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Irving Blackman

Irv Blackman, CPA and lawyer, is a retired founding partner of Blackman, Kallick, Bartelstein LLP and chairman emeritus of the New Century Bank (both in Chicago). Want to consult, need a second opinion? Call Blackman at (847) 674-5295. E-mail him at [email protected] or visit www.estatetaxsecrets.com.

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