Indemnity: What’s the Big Deal? by Sommer Clement
Indemnity: What’s the Big Deal? By Sommer B. Clement I was in a deposition recently when the witness was asked to explain indemnity in his own words. Wow, I thought,
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Private Lien Claims, Washington State Lien Laws by John Welch
Under Washington’s private lien statute, any person furnishing labor, professional services, materials or equipment for the improvement of real property has a lien upon the improvement for the contract price of labor, professional services, materials or equipment furnished at the instance of the owner, or the agent or construction agent of the owner. Full article . . .
Carney Badley Spellman is Recognized as one of Top 50 National Construction Law Firms
For another year, Carney has made the ‘Top 50 Construction Law Firms’ as recognized in Construction Executive’s 18th annual construction law survey with over 600 nationwide law firms participating. Carney attorneys have extensive experience and believe in taking a personal interest in the construction industry. We are national, regional, and . . .
Carney Elects Ceslie Blass Shareholder
Ceslie focuses her practice on working with and representing general contractors, subcontractors, developers, design professionals, and suppliers in navigating the legal aspects of the construction industry, including resolving contract disputes, bid protests, CPARS disputes and appeals, lien and bond claims, L&I appeals . . .
Retention Protection for Contractors and Subcontractors on Private Projects
Starting July 23, 2023, Washington law will limit the retention that can be withheld on private construction projects, both commercial and large residential (12 or more units), to no more than 5% of the contract price and will require the party holding retention to pay interest at 1% per month on the amount withheld, commencing 30 days after completion and . . .
Carney Welcomes Siyan Kang, Litigation Associate Attorney
Siyan Kang is an associate in the litigation team where she specializes in guiding clients through the stressful litigation process while exploring innovative and creative solutions to achieve their business goals. Siyan is committed to advocating for her clients by navigating complex legal challenges and seeking the best possible outcomes . . .
Complete Defense to Defect Claims by Virtue of the Defective Design
Does a contractor in Washington have a complete defense for an alleged construction defect when the defect is related, in part, to a design error and, in part, to a construction defect? As a contractor, you might argue you are completely absolved . . .
Top 50 National Construction Law Firms
Construction Executive contacted law firms across the nation specializing in construction law to find the leaders of the industry. Carney Badley Spellman, P.S. ranks as one of the Top 50 Construction Law Firms in the U.S. In addition, CE wanted determined how the industry leaders were addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and advising their clients. Read the full article.
Carney welcomes Ceslie Blass, Construction Law Attorney
Ceslie Blass joins Carney Badley Spellman as a construction law attorney. Ceslie focuses her practice on working with and representing general contractors, subcontractors, developers, design professionals, and suppliers in navigating the legal aspects of the construction industry.
Carney Attorneys Give Presentation at Property Casualty Assn 29th Annual Seminar on ProBuilders Decision
The Washington State Supreme Court expanded the application of the “efficient proximate cause” doctrine – a doctrine that has been traditionally applied . . .