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2026 best practices for construction project insurance | Opinion
In 20-plus years of practicing construction law, I鈥檝e encountered plenty of insurance-related mistakes but also quite a few best practices to emulate as lessons learned.
No construction contract is standard 鈥� terms matter | Opinion
Whether developing a skyscraper, renovating an existing commercial space, or building a dream vacation home, one rule should remain constant: no construction contract is standard.
Mitigate risk with a construction project insurance checkup | Opinion
As we approach the end of 2024, prudence dictates a checkup on one of the most critical risk management tools for developers, builders and designers 鈥� insurance.
New federal rule banning noncompetes may impact construction industry | Opinion
On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule banning noncompete clauses nationwide. The rule will become effective on Sept. 4, 2024 (pending legal challenges).
Beware of ‘standard’ contract terms; nothing is ‘standard’ | Opinion
While contract forms developed by industry organizations can provide a good starting point for most projects, prudent parties will carefully navigate and negotiate the standard terms.
OP-ED: Retention rule change may have unintended consequences
With construction contract negotiations under way for new projects in 2014 and beyond, all involved parties should take notice of Oregon's revised construction retention statutes.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
