Legal Standards for Enforcing Mediated Settlement Agreements in California
A mediated settlement can resolve a construction dispute without a trial, but the agreement must…
How to Use ADR to Preserve Business Relationships After a Dispute
Construction disputes can strain working relationships between owners, contractors, engineers, designers, and subcontractors. Payment disagreements,…
Initial Decision Maker (IDM) Processes and Their Role in California Construction Contracts
A construction claim can lose force before anyone reaches mediation or arbitration. The contract may…
Project Neutrals / “On-call” Neutrals: How They Can Help Avoid Disputes and What to Look For
Construction projects rarely fail because one issue appears overnight. Payment questions, unclear drawings, delay notices,…
Managing Uncooperative Parties in Mediation or Arbitration
Disputes in construction projects often involve strong positions, financial pressure, and tight timelines. When one…
How Technology & Electronic Discovery Are Changing Construction Arbitration
Construction disputes often involve large volumes of documents, technical drawings, and communication records. Today, technology…
How to Handle Delay Claims in Construction ADR
Delays are an unavoidable reality on large building sites, yet few problems drain profit faster….
ADR in Public Works Projects in California – Special Rules, Statutes, and Opportunities
Public infrastructure projects, from transit upgrades in Los Angeles to new water-treatment facilities across California,…
Insurance Coverage Complications in Construction Disputes: What Mediators Should Focus On Early
Insurance coverage plays a pivotal role in resolving construction disputes, yet it remains one of…
Ethical Issues for Neutrals, Mediators & Arbitrators in Construction ADR
Resolving construction disputes requires not only legal understanding but also unwavering ethical conduct from those…
