Many owner-developers choose to forego requiring a Performance and Payment Bond from their contractors in the hope of shaving another 1%-2% from the project cost. However, current market conditions suggest that owners rethink that decision. The current industry environment consists of busy contractors competing for a limited labor pool, and struggling to meet ambitious project […]
Kegler Brown Construction Team Honored by Chambers USA
Chambers USA, the premier client-reviewed guide to legal resources, has honored both Don Gregory and Mike Madigan again this year in their annual rankings. They also ranked Kegler Brown’s Construction practice. Ranking him as a Band 1 attorney, their highest ranking, Chambers says Don Gregory “maintains an excellent reputation for his handling of both contentious […]
Construction Client Happy Hour: April 11
The cold is coming to an end and Spring is upon us! Your friends at Kegler Brown invite you to welcome Spring with a happy hour for our clients in the Construction Industry. We hope that you will join us at North High Brewing on Thursday, April 11 at 5:00p.m. Please register by Monday, April […]
5 Ways to Attack a “Pay if Paid” Clause
“Pay when Paid” in many jurisdictions – including Ohio – means that while timing of payment may be delayed, there still is obligation to pay the sub within a reasonable period of time. In contrast, “Pay if Paid” (frequently utilizing words like “if” and “condition precedent”) means that not only timing, but also entitlement to […]
The Legal Who, What, Where, Why + How of Bond Claims
On February 28, 2019, Don spoke as part of a two hour session about surety bonds featuring several industry experts. Covering the basics of bond claims, Don discussed types of bonds, who can make claims and what is covered, as well as when to make a claim and waiting periods. The PowerPoint that accompanied his […]