# Construction Industry

*Last modified: 2024-07-17T18:22:23Z*

## Publications

- [What Happens If ADR Fails and the Dispute Moves Toward Litigation](/what-happens-if-adr-fails-and-the-dispute-moves-toward-litigation)
- [Statutes of Limitations and Timeliness When ADR Might Be Too Late](/statutes-of-limitations-and-timeliness-when-adr-might-be-too-late)
- [Legal Standards for Enforcing Mediated Settlement Agreements in California](/legal-standards-for-enforcing-mediated-settlement-agreements-in-california)
- [How to Use ADR to Preserve Business Relationships After a Dispute](/how-to-use-adr-to-preserve-business-relationships-after-a-dispute)
- [Initial Decision Maker (IDM) Processes and Their Role in California Construction Contracts](/initial-decision-maker-idm-processes-and-their-role-in-california-construction-contracts)
- [Project Neutrals / “On-call” Neutrals: How They Can Help Avoid Disputes and What to Look For](/project-neutrals-on-call-neutrals-how-they-can-help-avoid-disputes-and-what-to-look-for)
- [Managing Uncooperative Parties in Mediation or Arbitration](/managing-uncooperative-parties-in-mediation-or-arbitration-2)
- [How Technology & Electronic Discovery Are Changing Construction Arbitration](/how-technology-electronic-discovery-are-changing-construction-arbitration)
- [How to Handle Delay Claims in Construction ADR](/how-to-handle-delay-claims-in-construction-adr)
- [ADR in Public Works Projects in California - Special Rules, Statutes, and Opportunities](/adr-in-public-works-projects-in-california-special-rules-statutes-and-opportunities)
- [Insurance Coverage Complications in Construction Disputes: What Mediators Should Focus On Early](/insurance-coverage-complications-in-construction-disputes-what-mediators-should-focus-on-early)
- [Ethical Issues for Neutrals, Mediators & Arbitrators in Construction ADR](/ethical-issues-for-neutrals-mediators-arbitrators-in-construction-adr)
- [Managing Uncooperative Parties in Mediation or Arbitration](/managing-uncooperative-parties-in-mediation-or-arbitration)
- [Cost Control in ADR: How to Keep Arbitration or Mediation Costs Reasonable](/cost-control-in-adr-how-to-keep-arbitration-or-mediation-costs-reasonable)
- [Enforcing Arbitration Awards in Construction Disputes: What Owners, Contractors & Subcontractors Should Know Under California Law](/enforcing-arbitration-awards-in-construction-disputes)
- [Common Pitfalls in Discovery During Construction Arbitration](/common-pitfalls-in-discovery-during-construction-arbitration)
- [Managing Multi-Party Construction Disputes: Best Practices in ADR](/managing-multi-party-construction-disputes-best-practices-in-adr)
- [The Role of Expert Witnesses in Construction Arbitration & Mediation](/the-role-of-expert-witnesses-in-construction-arbitration-mediation)
- [What a Neutral Arbitrator or Mediator Needs to Know About Construction Defect Claims in California](/what-a-neutral-arbitrator-or-mediator-needs-to-know-about-construction-defect-claims-in-california)
- [Preparing for Mediation: Steps Parties Should Take to Maximize Chances of Settlement](/preparing-for-mediation-steps-parties-should-take-to-maximize-chances-of-settlement)
- [What to Expect During Arbitration](/what-to-expect-during-arbitration)
- [What Construction Attorneys Wish Their Clients Knew About Mediation](/what-construction-attorneys-wish-their-clients-knew-about-mediation)
- [Contract Clauses That Can Make or Break Your Dispute Resolution Process](/contract-clauses-that-can-make-or-break-your-dispute-resolution-process)
- [ADR for Subcontractors: How to Protect Your Interests Without Going to Court](/adr-for-subcontractors-how-to-protect-your-interests-without-going-to-court)
- [The Growing Role of ADR in Public Construction Projects](/the-growing-role-of-adr-in-public-construction-projects)
- [How to Select the Right Arbitrator or Mediator for Your Case](/how-to-select-the-right-arbitrator-or-mediator-for-your-case)
- [Mediation vs. Arbitration in Construction Disputes: What’s the Difference?](/mediation-vs-arbitration-in-construction-disputes-whats-the-difference)
- [How Early Intervention Prevents Construction Project Delays](/how-early-intervention-prevents-construction-project-delays)
- [Top Mistakes to Avoid in Construction Arbitration](/top-mistakes-to-avoid-in-construction-arbitration)
- [The True Cost of Construction Litigation (and How ADR Can Save You)](/the-true-cost-of-construction-litigation-and-how-adr-can-save-you)
- [What Is ADR and Why Is It Critical in Construction Cases?](/what-is-adr-and-why-is-it-critical-in-construction-cases)
- [What to Expect During a Mediation Session?](/what-to-expect-during-a-mediation-session)
- [How to create an effective Settlement Agreement](/how-to-create-an-effective-settlement-agreement)
- [What is the role of an Arbitrator](/what-is-the-role-of-an-arbitrator)
- [How to File a Demand](/how-to-file-a-demand)
- [When Mass Arbitration is Needed](/when-mass-arbitration-is-needed)

> Our business has relied on the expertise and exceptional service provided by Michael J. Bayard for many years, and they have consistently exceeded our expectations.
> — Maria S., Client

> He's very quietly tenacious. He keeps working and working to try to get a matter resolved.
> — Ted R. Gropman, Attorney

> He's really a go-to person. If you're not serious, you don't go to Mike. He really wants to make things happen.
> — Marcia Kamine, Attorney

> When there's a hot issue, Mike is writing seven days a week, multiple times a day, to ferret out the important information and determine what could help move the process forward.

Construction litigation is in Bayard's genes
> — Scott Green, Attorney

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