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2026 Southern California Super Lawyers Recognizes 14 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys

March 03, 2026 — Snell & Wilmer
LOS ANGELES AND ORANGE COUNTY – Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys in its Los Angeles and Orange County offices have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers publication. Of those 15, six were recognized as Rising Stars. Super Lawyers is a listing of lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is multi-phased and includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The final published list represents no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state. Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Snell & Wilmer

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2026 Colorado Super Lawyers Recognizes 11 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys

May 05, 2026 — Snell & Wilmer
DENVER – Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that eleven attorneys in its Denver office have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Colorado Super Lawyers publication. Of those eleven, four were recognized as Rising Stars. Super Lawyers is a listing of lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is multi-phased and includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The final published list represents

Reminder: You Can’t Make Others Indemnify You for Your Own Actions

January 13, 2026 — Christopher G. Hill - Construction Law Musings
I have spoken about Virginia Code 11-4.1 and the prohibition on Top 10 Insurance Cases of 2025January 26, 2026 — Jeffrey J. Vita, Michelle A. Grieco, Kiley Stackpole - Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C.
The insurance landscape continues to evolve, shaped by litigation that tests the limits of policy language, coverage obligations, and public policy considerations. In 2025, courts across the country issued several significant rulings that will influence how insurers and policyholders navigate claims and risks. Notable trends in 2025 include disputes over property coverage for wildfire and smoke damage, the treatment of interrelated claims under successive D&O policies, enforcement of arbitration clauses in international insurance contracts, and general liability coverage issues—such as construction exclusions for phased projects and limits on coverage for losses tied to the opioid crisis. This publication spotlights the top insurance cases of 2025, highlighting their legal reasoning, practical implications, and impact for policyholders—plus a look ahead at key cases to watch in 2026. Reprinted courtesy of Jeffrey J. Vita, Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C., Michelle A. Grieco, Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. and Kiley Stackpole, Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. Mr. Vita may be contacted at JVita@sdvlaw.com Ms. Grieco may be contacted at MGrieco@sdvlaw.com Ms. Stackpole may be contacted at KStackpole@sdvlaw.com Florida Litigation Team Delivers Crushing Summary Judgment Victory for National Home BuilderDecember 08, 2025 — W

Insured’s Breach of Contract Claim Survives Motion to Dismiss, but Bad Faith Claim Does Not

November 21, 2025 — Tred R. Eyerly - Insurance Law Hawaii
The court denied the insurer’s motion to dismiss the insured’s breach of contract claim, but granted the motion to dismiss without prejudice the bad faith claim. Terrazas v. State Farm Fire & Cas. Co., 2025 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 173920 (D. Colo. Sept 5, 2025). The plaintiff, Alejandro Garcia-Terrazas, had a policy issued by State Farm. The policy covered the abrupt and accidental discharge or overflow of water. Terrazas noticed a water discharge or overflow in the kitchen. The water caused damage to the floors, cabinets, and other items in the kitchen. A claim was filed with State Farm. State Farm investigated but refused to pay the full value of the claim. Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Tred R. Eyerly, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert
Mr. Eyerly may be contacted at te@hawaiilawyer.com

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“Number nine, Number nine…”: Newark Trial Team Obtains “No Cause” Verdict in Ninth Trial of Year

December 15, 2025 — Lewis Brisbois Newsroom
Newark, N.J. (October 21, 2025) - Starting their ninth trial of the year – eight juries, one bench – the trial team of Newark Partner Afsha Noran and Managing Partner Colin P. Hackett recently obtained a “No Cause” verdict for a national owner, developer, builder, and operator of real estate. While the trial was relatively short, totaling four days and eight witnesses, the “No Cause” verdict was nonetheless gratifying for the client and the New Jersey trial team. As in any slip/trip/fall action, the plaintiff alleged the firm client failed to properly maintain their retail space, which led to the plaintiff slipping, falling and fracturing a femoral condyle bone. This resulted in the plaintiff undergoing surgery and being wheelchair bound for over three months, as well as needing home modifications consisting of an exterior home ramp and commode. The plaintiff’s expert opined that the plaintiff was, is, and will continue to be in pain for the rest of her life, and will require pain management treatment and a future knee replacement. Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Lewis Brisbois

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Real Estate & Construction News Roundup (3/18/25) – Data Center Frenzy, China’s Expanding REIT Market and Tariff-Affected Construction Costs

March 31, 2026 — Pillsbury's Construction & Real Estate Law Team - Gravel2Gavel Construction & Real Estate Law Blog
In our latest roundup, relistings reached highest total in a decade, Florida State Legislature passes bill to increase the state’s housing supply, data center construction adapts to changes and more!

• The data center construction frenzy and a new, potentially larger highway bill were top of mind for builders during the latest round of contractor earnings calls and financial reports. (Joe Bousquin, Construction Dive)
• Tariffs and associated policy uncertainty have increased construction costs and delayed leasing and investment choices. (J.P. Morgan)
• Relistings hit the highest January figure since Redfin began tracking this metric a decade ago. (Diana Olick, CNBC).

Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Pillsbury's Construction & Real Estate Law Team

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Ownership and Licensing in Design Agreements

April 14, 2026 — Abby Dvorkin - Snell & Wilmer
The ownership and licensing of design documents in professional services agreements play a significant role in protecting the interests of the design professional and the project owner during and after project completion. The ownership or licensing of the drawings provision typically outlines who owns the drawings and specifications, who can use the documents, and how the documents can be used during and after the project. Project owners and developers should understand that payment for design services does not automatically transfer ownership or an exclusive right to use the professional design. Under U.S. copyright law, the default rule is that the design professional retains ownership of the instruments of service absent a contractual provision transferring ownership or a license. See 17 U.S.C. § 101, et seq. The Architectural Works Copyright Protection Act provides that copyright protection applies to “pictorial, graphic and sculptural works” and includes “architectural works.” 17 U.S.C. § 102. A design professional may only transfer copyright ownership in writing. 17 U.S.C. § 204(a). Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Abby Dvorkin, Snell & Wilmer
Ms. Dvorkin may be contacted at advorkin@swlaw.com

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Traub Lieberman Attorneys Recognized in Hudson Valley Magazine’s 2026 Top Lawyers List

March 24, 2026 — Copernicus T. Gaza, Jonathan R. Harwood, Lisa M. Rolle, Lisa L. Shrewsberry, Christopher Russo & Hillary J. Raimondi - Traub Lieberman
Traub Lieberman is pleased to announce that six Partners from the White Plains, NY office have been included in the 2026 edition of the Hudson Valley Magazine’s Top Lawyers in the Hudson Valley list. This annual guide recognizes more than 270 of the region's leading attorneys. Insurance:

• Copernicus Gaza
• Jonathan Harwood
• Lisa Rolle
• Lisa Shrewsberry

Reprinted courtesy of Copernicus T. Gaza, Traub Lieberman, Jonathan R. Harwood, Traub Lieberman, Lisa M. Rolle, Traub Lieberman, Lisa L. Shrewsberry, Traub Lieberman, Christopher Russo, Traub Lieberman and Hillary J. Raimondi, Traub Lieberman Mr. Gaza may be contacted at cgaza@tlsslaw.com Mr. Harwood may be contacted at jharwood@tlsslaw.com Ms. Rolle may be contacted at lrolle@tlsslaw.com Ms. Shrewsberry may be contacted at lshrewsberry@tlsslaw.com Mr. Russo may be contacted at crusso@tlsslaw.com Ms. Raimondi may be contacted at hraimondi@tlsslaw.com Read the full story...
Newmeyer & Dillion Partner Aaron Lovaas & Casey Quinn Recognized by Super Lawyers

How to Prepare for Potential Construction Disputes Resulting
California’s Right to Repair Act not an Exclusive Remedy

Nebraska Court Ruling Backs Latest Keystone XL Pipeline Route

America’s Bridges and the Need for Bridge Infrastructure Investment

Wilke Fleury Attorney Featured in 2022 Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch!

How a $1,400 Humanoid Hints at Construction’s Robotic Future

California Court of Appeal Holds That the Right to Repair Act Prohibits Class Actions Against
Homeowner's Claim for Collapse Survives Summary Judgment

Traub Lieberman Partner Bradley T. Guldalian Wins Summary Judgment in Pinellas County Circuit Court

Enforcement Of Contractual Terms (E.G., Flow-Down, Field Verification, Shop Drawing Approval, And No-Damage-For-Delay Provisions)

Montana Federal Court Holds that an Interior Department’s Federal Advisory Committee Was Improperly Reestablished

Illinois Court Determines Duty to Defend Construction Defect Claims

The Colorado Supreme Court holds that loans made to a construction company are not subject to the Mechanic’s Lien Trust Fund Statute

North Dakota Universities Crumble as Oil Cash Pours In

PSA: New COVID Vaccine ETS Issued by OSHA

Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC Recognized Among The Top 50 Construction Law Firms TM of 2024 by Construction Executive

Decline in Home Construction Brings Down Homebuilder Stocks

David Uchida Joins Kahana Feld’s Los Angeles Office as Partner

Big Policyholder Win in Michigan

Landmark Contractor Licensing Case Limits Disgorgement Remedy in California

Federal Court Predicts Coverage In Nevada for Damage Caused by Faulty Workmanship

Following My Own Advice

Earth Movement Exclusion Bars Coverage

Toward Increased Citizen Engagement in Urban Planning

Traub Lieberman Attorneys Lisa M. Rolle, Eric D. Suben, and Justyn Verzillo Secure Dismissal of All Claims in a Premises Liability Case

White Collar Overtime Regulations Temporarily Blocked

Hirers Must Affirmatively Exercise Retained Control to be Liable Under Hooker Exception to Privette Doctrine

Constructive Changes – A Primer

Hawaii Appellate Court Finds Duty to Defend Group Builders Case

Obama Says Keystone Decision May Be Announced in Weeks or Months

Colorado Springs may be Next Colorado City to Add Construction Defects Ordinance

New 2021 ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey Standards Effective February 23, 2021

No Coverage for Repairs Made Before Suit Filed

Saving Manhattan: Agencies, Consultants, Contractors Join Fight to Keep New York City Above Water

Official Tried to Influence Judge against Shortchanged Subcontractor

CA Homeowners Challenging Alternate Pre-Litigation Procedures

State Farm Too Quick To Deny Coverage, Court Rules

Chambers USA 2021 Recognizes Five Partners and Two Practices at Lewis Brisbois

Delays and Suspension of the Work Under Fixed Price Government Contract

Shoring of Problem Girders at Salesforce Transit Center Taking Longer than Expected

Federal Court Reaffirms Arbitrators’ Role in Consolidation of Separate Arbitrations

Drug Company Provides Cure for Development Woes

A Claim for Constructive Suspension Does Exist

Trial Victory in San Mateo County!

Construction Defect Claims Not Covered

New York Revises Retainage Requirements for Private Construction Contracts: Overview of the “5% Retainage Law”

Recycling Our Cities, One Building at a Time

Disaster Remediation Contracts: Understanding the Law to Avoid a Second Disaster

Michael Baker Intl. Settles Federal Pay Bias Allegations

The Heat Is On

Real Estate & Construction News Round-Up (12/07/22) – Home Sales, EV Charging Infrastructure, and Office Occupancy

Turner, Subcontractor Reach $23.5M Settlement in Worker Death on Chicago Project

Nerves of Steel Needed as Firms Face Volatile Prices, Broken Contracts and Price-Gouging

Enhanced Geothermal Energy Could Be the Next Zero-Carbon Hero

Window Installer's Alleged Faulty Workmanship On Many Projects Constitutes Multiple Occurrences

Real Case, Real Lessons: Understanding Builders’ Risk Insurance Limits

The Washington Supreme Court Rules that a Holder of a Certificate of Insurance Is Entitled to Coverage

Minnesota Addresses How Its Construction Statute of Repose Applies to Condominiums

Housing Stocks Rally at End of November

Congratulations to Partners Bryan Stofferahn and Jason DiGioia on Successfully Securing Nearly 12 Million Dollars in a Complex Construction Defect Case!

BHA has a Nice Swing: Don’t Forget to Visit BHA’s Booth at WCC to Support Charity
ef="/bhastory.php?cdjs=210136320">Court of Appeal Shines Light on Collusive Settlement Agreements

Excess-Escape Other Insurance Provision Unenforceable to Avoid Defense Cost Contribution Despite Placement in Policy’s Coverage Grant

Construction on the Rise in Washington Town

4 Ways the PRO Act Would Impact the Construction Industry

Professional Liability Alert: California Appellate Courts In Conflict Regarding Statute of Limitations for Malicious Prosecution Suits Against Attorneys

Wendel Rosen’s Construction Practice Group Receives First Tier Ranking by U.S. News and World Reports

Mortar Insufficient to Insure Summary Judgment in Construction Defect Case

Client Alert: California’s Unfair Competition Law (B&P §17200) Preempted by Federal Workplace Safety Law

How To Lock Disputes Out Of Your Project In Construction

Colorado’s Federal District Court Finds Carriers Have Joint and Several Defense Duties

Colorado Legislature Considering Making it Easier to Prevail on CCPA Claims

No Indemnity Coverage Where Insured Suffers No Loss

White and Williams LLP Recognized on the List of Largest Law Firms in Greater Philadelphia

Colorado Trench Collapse Kills Two

Insurer Must Indemnify Additional Insured After Settlement

Global Emissions From Buildings, Construction Climb to Record Levels

Don MacGregor of Bert L. Howe & Associates Awarded Silver Star Award at WCC Construction Defect Seminar

Look Up And Look Out: Increased Antitrust Enforcement Of Horizontal No-Poach Agreements Signals Heightened Scrutiny Of Vertical Agreements May Be Next

Insurer Must Cover Construction Defects Claims under Actual Injury Rule

Managing Rising Costs and Shifting Legal Risk for Florida High-Rise and Condominium Projects

Proposed Bill Provides a New Federal Tax Credit for the Conversion of Office Buildings

When Construction Defects Appear, Don’t Choose Between Rebuilding and Building Your Case