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Before the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting special rules adopted in response we had a complex situation in Ontario construction. The new Construction Act came in to force in two installments.  Construction contracts continue to be performed in...By: Bennett Jones LLP

The COVID-19 pandemic has heavily disrupted M&A activity around the globe and many projects have been put on hold. However, as soon as the pandemic is beyond its peak and lockdown measures have been eased, sellers and buyers are likely to assess...By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

In this presentation, a cross-disciplinary panel of lawyers from our debt capital markets, restructuring, and tax practices will discuss methods for reducing debt balances, addressing impending debt maturities, and improving the financial position of...By: Vinson & Elkins LLP

Across the country, construction projects of every nature are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The situation and governmental response to the pandemic continue to evolve, and owners must keep abreast of these changes to ensure they manage their...By: Hanson Bridgett LLP

The current COVID-19 crisis has complicated all facets of life, including securing mechanic’s liens. Properly notarizing your lien and recording the lien are crucial steps to securing a valid and enforceable mechanic’s lien in Rhode Island. While...By: Pierce Atwood LLP

Nearly a decade has passed since the New Jersey State Commission of Investigation (SCI) first reported on soil and fill providers circumventing New Jersey state laws restricting the use of recycled soil and fill materials. As a result of the SCI’s...By: Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP

Owners and contractors trying to understand the full impact of COVID-19 on their projects are likely turning to delay or force majeure provisions in their construction contracts to assess their rights or liabilities for continued performance....By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP

NEW JERSEY - Governor Murphy issued the Statewide “Stay at Home” Order, Executive Order No. 107 (E.O. 107), on March 21, 2020, which closed all non-essential retail businesses and ordered that, where practicable, all other businesses must allow their...By: K&L Gates LLP

On April 8, 2020, Governor Murphy signed Executive Order No. 122 (the Order) strengthening mitigation requirements on essential retail, manufacturing, and warehousing businesses and certain building owners, while also banning all non-essential...By: Ballard Spahr LLP

On April 7th, the City of Oakland released findings and determinations implementing the construction-related section 13(f)(v) of the County of Alameda’s March 31st shelter-in-place order No. 20-04. Specifically, during the shelter-in-place, the...By: Wendel Rosen LLP