Identifying and Quantifying Government Contract Claims
Practical Training for Project Managers & Supervisors Two-Part Webinar Series: Part Two
In a significant ruling, the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals "(Board)" denied a government motion to dismiss claims from McCarthy HITT - Next NGA West JV, a joint venture under contract with the US Army Corps of...more
Liquidated damages provisions are commonplace in construction contracts. One would think that given the strong Texas public policy favoring freedom of contract, bargained for liquidated damages would be easily enforceable in...more
As businesses begin to reopen following the COVID-19 shut down of 2020, it is clear that the "business as usual" model will no longer work. Rather, companies have had to make changes not only in their policies and practices,...more
Much has been written about whether and how COVID-19 qualifies as a force majeure event. But typical force majeure provisions entitle contractors to only schedule relief. ...more
When trying to understand the full impact of COVID-19 on existing contractual obligations, parties will likely first consult force majeure provisions in their contracts to assess their rights or liabilities for continued...more
There is increased pressure by federal, state and local governments to minimize gatherings. Many businesses encourage telecommuting in situations such as this. However, that is not feasible on a construction project....more
Email overload on whether the new coronavirus, COVID-19, triggers a force majeure clause? Whether you're considering a claim, worried about receiving one or busy drafting following the outbreak, here's our 10-point,...more
Many oil and gas contracts – leases and JOAs for example – have force majeure clauses. The purpose is to allow contracting parties to suspend or terminate performance when certain circumstances arise that are beyond their...more
Whether you cannot meet your supply obligations because your supply chain has come to a screeching halt or you are losing income because conferences, sports, or cultural events are cancelled and your contract partners do not...more
Generally speaking, entities that enter into contracts are bound to perform them. However, as matters evolve, the impacts of natural and man-made problems arising from the coronavirus (COVID-19) are being felt by customers,...more
The coronavirus has disrupted the economy and business activity, making it difficult or challenging for some parties to honor their contractual obligations. In fact, it is apparent that parties are terminating their...more
Globally, many developers and contractors are scrambling to identify available contractual relief as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) disrupts cross-border supply chains. US businesses will recall a similar effort just eighteen...more