Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 226: Listen and Learn -- More Contract Defenses
Additional Compensation from the Government: A Brief Comparison of REAs and Claims
Identifying and Quantifying Government Contract Claims
Does the Government Owe You Money? When to File An REA in Your Government Contract
Practical Training for Project Managers & Supervisors Two-Part Webinar Series: Part Two
COVID-19 Guidance for Government Contractors
Arbitration Clauses in Employee Contracts and Beyond
Most government contracts include a Changes clause (notably, FAR 52.243-1), which grants the Government the right to order changes to the scope of the contractor’s work. That clause also entitles the contractor to an...more
From adjustments to terminations, it’s important for government contractors to understand lessons learned from 2023 contract claims and appeals decisions and how these decisions could affect their approach to cases in 2024....more
Like the COVID-19 virus, COVID-related contract claims have not gone away. In “Contracting in the Fog of War: Recovering Costs Caused by an Epidemic,” we reported on Pernix Serka Joint Venture v. Department of State, CBCA...more
The adage that “you can’t fight City Hall” does not apply to federal government contractors. The Contract Disputes Act (CDA) provides the framework governing contract disputes between contractors and the government. Knowing...more
This is the third of an eight-part series addressing cutting-edge strategies for Certified Claims under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA). Certified Claims are the primary avenue available to government contractors to recover...more
Contractors often face disagreements with their agency customers during performance – maybe an unforeseeable delay, a cost spike, or some sort of change – that prompts action involving the contract terms. This action might be...more
Oftentimes contractors face changing circumstances during contract performance through delays or change orders and then seek to recover additional time and funding through a bilateral modification with the government. ...more
Filing a claim against a government agency to recover time and/or money related to a contract can be a daunting process. Understanding the claims process and, if necessary, the appeals process is essential. Whether...more
The Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA), the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA), and federal courts have addressed several important claims issues this year. Listen as attorneys from Venable's Government...more
The Anti-Assignment Act, referring to both the Assignment of Contracts Act and Assignment of Claims Act, which prohibits the assignment of government contracts and claims, respectively, has had a fairly uneven applicatory...more
Avoiding Common Mistakes in Federal Construction Contracting: A Three-Part Webinar Series - Contracting with the federal government on construction projects is full of traps for the unsuspecting, and the potential rewards...more
Given the slowdown of construction activity, there is an inevitable uptick in government contract activity. Contractors who are entering into the government contract arena need to know the complex rules and regulations in...more
In a decision sure to bring some comfort to contractors providing information technology equipment and services to the federal government, a U.S. district court judge recently granted a motion to dismiss a False Claims Act...more
As always, PilieroMazza’s primary focus is to keep our clients, resource partners, and the business community at large informed on how our attorneys can help you address your business and legal concerns. With coronavirus...more
While the global economy grinds to a halt over spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and people disband amidst calls for “social distancing,” these are uncertain times to say the least....more
A recent decision in Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc. v. Department of Agriculture, CBCA 6029, 6030, by the United States Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA), upheld a contract provision that imposed greater obligations...more
In a case of first impression, the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (“CBCA”) ruled that a contractor performing task orders issued against a government-wide acquisition contract (“GWAC”) properly submitted its claims to the...more
If you follow professional football, you are familiar with the message generally given to an aspiring player just before he is cut – “Coach wants to see you. Bring your playbook.” The playbook, that step-by-step guide to...more
Most contractors have encountered a prime contract provision with a governmental agency or public authority owner where the contract states that all claims for extra costs, delay damages or the like must be presented to the...more