Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC Attorney At Law
In the bustling landscape of New York City, construction projects are not just a common sight but also a testament to growth and development. However,
Introduction Receiving an OSHA citation can be a daunting experience for any business. However, it’s essential to understand that you can challenge these citations if
Introduction Safety isn’t just a priority in the high-stakes construction world—it’s a legal and ethical obligation. Yet, despite stringent regulations and extensive safety protocols, construction
Introduction Navigating the complexities of the construction industry on Long Island demands more than just skillful project management and craftsmanship. It requires legal expertise to
Delays are often inevitable in construction projects and can significantly impact timelines, budgets, and relationships between parties involved. When these delays occur, stakeholders may seek
Insurance is one of the most important things for anyone in construction to understand. However, many people often do not know the critical differences between
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY – Kushnick Pallaci PLLC, a construction law firm in New York, is pleased to announce a significant substantial settlement
A stop work order on a construction site can be a major setback for any project in New York City. Issued by the Department of
When undertaking a construction project, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the key players involved. Two critical roles
Earlier in 2013 a bill was proposed in the New York State Assembly that would prohibit clauses in construction contracts which require contractors or subcontractors to continue to perform unapproved or disputed work. The bill correctly identifies that
In American Curtain Wall v. NTD Construction Corp. a contractor sued for breach of contract. The defendant filed a motion to dismiss and argued that the contract was validly terminated because the contractor failed to pay its subcontractors
Its already April and the first quarter of 2011 is behind us. As we enter the second quarter and the construction busy season I offer the following tips to help contractors avoid problems and get paid in full
The New York legislature has proposed bill A05026 wherein General Obligations Law Section 5-322.1 would be amended to forbid an agreement to indemnify a promisee for damages caused by third party negligence. Section 5-322.1 already forbids indemnification agreements
Assembly bill A05023, if passed, would require owners to deposit retainage sums into an escrow based interest bearing account. The law would allow owners to keep the security of retainage until the project is complete and signed off
I often hear of situations where contractors entered into agreement that they failed to read. They then become shocked to learn that a certain provision was in the agreement and are devastated when the contract is enforced against
Generally, contractors are not entitled to an additional/separate payment for mobilization and demobilization costs. Presumably, when you bid the project you included your expected mobilization and demobilization costs in your price. However, mobilization and demobilization costs can become
In CNP Mech. Inc. v. Allied Bldrs. Inc. the Appellate Division reduced a trial verdict that had been rendered in favor of a subcontractor and against a prime contractor. While the trial judge awarded the subcontractor the full value
Retainage on a contract is often a subject of bitter dispute between parties to a construction contract. The partying that is receiving payment always wants the retainage to be minimal or eliminated all together. The party that is
One of the most important things for contractors to remember is that they must document their delay claims and change order claims and, perhaps more importantly, they must read their contracts. It seems simple, but for the majority
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