Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC Attorney At Law
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and deaths in construction—and also one of the most frequently cited OSHA violations. If you’re
Construction projects are complex—especially in a place like Long Island, where strict regulations, tight timelines, and high-dollar investments are the norm. Whether you’re a general
New York City construction projects often affect neighboring buildings—and not always in good ways. If your property has been damaged due to nearby construction, you
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If your neighbor is planning construction and needs access to your property, you’re entitled to more than just a handshake agreement. Here’s what you should
Effectively navigating the complexities of construction disputes demands a comprehensive understanding of the American Arbitration Association’s Construction Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures. These rules provide
Navigating the complexities of construction dispute resolution requires a keen understanding of the available pathways, each with its unique benefits and drawbacks. The choice between
Understanding and navigating the intricacies of the New York Lien Law, including the rarely used Section 8, is crucial for contractors and material suppliers aiming
For construction industry professionals, real estate developers, and business owners, understanding New York Lien Law crucial. This section outlines trustees’ responsibilities in managing lien law
“Changed conditions” are defined as “subsurface, latent, or physical conditions at the site materially different from those indicated in the contract OR unknown physical conditions at the site of an unusual nature, differing materially from those ordinarily encountered
Pursuant to New York City Administrative Code 24-521, whenever any sewer, culvert, water main or pipe is going to be constructed, altered or repaired in any street in which the pipes, mains or conduits of public service corporations
Generally, the owner of property waives defects that are easily discoverable upon inspection when they take occupancy of the premises, accept the work, and pay for it. The parties to the contract may avoid this often unintended waiver,
Prompt written notice of any act or event that caused delay is often required and usually contained in construction contracts, and may be a condition precedent to request an extension of time, to not complete the work as
Delay damages are usually difficult to prove with absolute certainty, and it is the party claiming the injury that has the burden of proving the damages claimed. However, the impossibility of determining the precise amount of damages or
Acceleration is a means by which work that is behind schedule is caught up to the contract completion date. There are many methods to achieve acceleration, such as placing extra laborers on the job, working overtime, obtaining more
Many construction contracts include a No Damage for Delay provision, which purports to excuse an owner from contractual liability for any damages due to delay caused by the owner, its agents, or other contractors under its supervision. Contractors
A non-excusable delay is caused by a contractor. Therefore, a contractor that is responsible for the delay will not be entitled to an extension of time or delay damages for the delay that it has caused. Causes associated
Absent a No Damage for Delay Clause in a construction contract, compensable delays will entitle a contractor to a time extension and sometimes even additional compensation. Compensable delays are usually caused by some act or omission by the
It is a general rule that a party must fulfill its contractual obligations within the contract period unless performance is rendered impossible by an act of God, the law, or another party, and unforeseen difficulties in construction will
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