Construction Defect Claims and Litigation: Managing Risks and Ensuring Best Practices
The past few years have been plagued by construction project delays because of the pandemic-prompted suspension of work worldwide. With a series of challenges that are likely to loom in the construction industry this year, all concerned practitioners must take innovative approaches to be one step ahead of the shifting landscape, especially in construction defect cases and litigation.
Furthermore, it is imperative to review current standard practices and stay well-versed with the significant considerations as construction disputes continue to skyrocket.
Listen as thought leaders and practitioners in construction law Kirk J. McCormick (Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, P.C.) and Steven Nudelman (Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP) delve into an in-depth analysis of the current developments surrounding construction defect claims and litigation. Speakers will provide helpful tips and strategies for resolving disputes in the increasingly challenging construction environment.
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Partner Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP
Steven is a partner in the Litigation and Real Estate Departments at Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP. He is Chair of the firm’s Construction Contracting & Risk Management Practice Group and a member of the Construction Disputes Practice Group. Steven has practiced construction law for over 25 years, handling both transactional matters and claims. He works with owners, contractors and design professionals to prepare and negotiate contracts for regional construction in the New York/New Jersey area as well as international construction in other countries. In addition to contracting, Steven often represents clients in construction disputes, appearing before state and federal courts, as well as local and international arbitration tribunals. Steven is a Charter Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America and Co-Chair of the Construction Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association.
Shareholder Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, P.C.
Kirk J. McCormick is a shareholder of the firm, Chair of the firm’s Construction Law Group, and a member of the firm’s Litigation Department. Kirk represents general contractors, subcontractors, sureties, owners, architects, and engineers throughout the United States on public and private construction projects. He assists clients with payment and performance bond claims, subrogation issues, construction defect claims, CGL and professional liability insurance issues, mechanic’s liens, and contract administration and termination. Kirk’s practice involves preparing, submitting, and defending delay claims, as well as claims concerning differing site conditions, defective specifications, access restraints, and lost productivity. He also has extensive experience with federal, state, and local government contracts, including bid protests, default terminations, False Claims Act defense, and procurement and contract administration under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) system and state and local procurement laws. In addition to his experience with construction and government contracts, Kirk also has extensive experience litigating and counseling clients concerning complex business and regulatory matters, including real estate disputes, import and export regulations, condominium law, risk avoidance, and other general commercial matters.
