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 . . .
Eric Liberman represents and advises clients in disputes related to commercial construction projects and government contracts. Eric has represented large general contractors and sureties, as well as subcontractors, property managers and insurance companies on public and private projects. With a background in accounting . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
On January 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule that is intended to clarify the standard for employee versus independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The effective date of the final rule is March 8, 2021. This rule streamlines the test . . .
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.
Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 20-25, the Stay Home-Stay Healthy emergency order (“Stay Home Order”) for the state of Washington, which goes into effect at Midnight on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 for companies doing business in Washington.
Pursuant to the Stay Home Order, “all people in Washington State are immediately prohibited from leaving their home or place of residence except to conduct or participate in (1) essential activities, and/or (2) employment in providing essential business services[.]”
Carney elected Sommer Clement as a shareholder. Sommer practices in the areas of construction and real estate transactions and litigation, civil litigation, and insurance defense. Sommer drafts contracts and provides risk management advice to companies involved in the development, design, construction, and sale of buildings and real estate.
