Clauses Telephone Seminars

Current Issues in Subcontracts and Teaming Agreements ...e of the latest developments, apply best practices to the clauses and terms incorporated into subcontracts and teaming agreements, and ensure that each party is properly attributing the compliance obligations and risks to which it is best suited. We will also explore recent developments in compliance obligations that may create more obligations on affiliates associated with a contractor to  more...

Boilerplate Contract Terms: Yes, They Really Matter BenefitsThis live audio conference will address the parts of a contract that often go overlooked and underappreciated: the boilerplate terms, the provisions toward the end of the contract that are often left to the lawyers, that are not heavily negotiated, but that matter most when things go wrong. The program will also discuss damages and warranty provisions, choice of law and forum clauses,  more...

Waiver of Subrogation Clauses and Provisions in Construction Contracts ...isputes during the careful planning and drafting of these clauses from the outset. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define subrogation. - You will be able to describe key construction contract provisions. - You will be able to discuss the impact of other related contracts on waiver of subrogation clauses. - You will be able to review the impact of violation of safety codes or  more...

Keys to Understanding and Writing Purchasing Contracts ...ts and their impact on contract terms and conditions, key clauses for the contract with the supplier of goods and supplier of services, the structure and functioning of blanket agreements and blanket contracts, the utilization of e-procurement in development of contracts and the negotiation and preparation of international contracts. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, purchasing  more...

Common Clauses and Pitfalls of Homeowners Insurance BenefitsHomeowners' insurance is routinely purchased but rarely examined by the homeowner at that time. Buyers simply assume that in exchange for their monthly premiums they are guaranteed the insurer's protection. But when calamity strikes, these homeowners may be surprised to learn that their policies contain provisions that work to reduce or even eliminate that protection. We will offer our  more...

GSA Price Reduction Clauses (PRC) in Contracts BenefitsGSA Federal Supply Schedule contracting is a convenient way for companies to sell their products to the federal government. However, doing business under GSA FSS contracts presents a number of compliance issues, with one of the most important being the price reduction clause. This clause is included in all of the GSA Multiple Award Schedule schedules and essentially it guarantees that GSA  more...

Eichleay Damages and Delay Claims BenefitsThe latest issue in Eichleay debates is whether Eichleay damages are dead or just dying. Eichleay damages are only recoverable upon certain elements being met, but the elements continue to get stricter interpretation. Entitlement to Eichleay damages requires proof of three elements: 1) an owner imposed delay; 2) there is standby; and 3) while on standby the contractor cannot take on  more...

When Bad Things (Unexpectedly) Happen to Good Projects: Force Majeure Clauses in Contemporary Construction Contracts ...he contractual theory behind, and justification for, such clauses? Do boilerplate force majeure clauses from other eras adequately protect owners and contractors from force majeure risks in the 21st century? If you draft your own force majeure clause, what traps for the unwary should you keep in mind? How strictly do reviewing courts enforce the terms and requirements of force majeure clauses?  more...

Terminating a Construction Contract: Legal Issues and Considerations ... Objectives - You will be able to distinguish termination clauses from standard form contracts (AIA, etc.). - You will be able to explain termination for default. - You will be able to prepare statutory bases for termination. - You will be able to recognize consequences of wrongful termination. Construction managers, engineers, project managers, contractors, subcontractors, construction  more...

Value Engineering Change Proposals in Government Contracting ...the contractor. Contractors that do not understand the VE clauses and their specific submittal requirements will ultimately forego their share of potentially substantial cost savings. If the VECP procedure is followed correctly, it provides a vehicle through which acquisition and operating costs can be reduced while the contractor's rate of return is increased. This teleconference helps  more...

Understanding Legal Issues with Construction Subcontracts ...sk allocation, pay to be paid provisions and other common clauses. The information obtained through this will assist you in fully comprehending the risk you are assuming in a contract. Knowledge of the risk will allow you to better evaluate the desirability of bidding upon or taking a specific job, and how to protect yourself from unforeseen or unanticipated loss. n nLearning Objectives n- You  more...

The Fundamentals of Leasing Provisions and Covenants ...rms of the commercial lease and focus particularly on the clauses that often draw the most attention during negotiations: common area maintenance, key tenant provisions, insurance and rebuilding provisions, landlord liability, indemnities and the various aspects of tenant rights (expansion, renewal, option to purchase, right of first refusal and right of first offer). This teleconference will  more...

Challenges and Contractual Issues With Sub-Subcontractors ...resigned to subject itself to unfavorable indemnification clauses, payment clauses, etc. However, a contract that is overly favorable to a prime contractor and places you at risk is too dangerous in today's construction climate. n nThis teleconference will help subcontractors be prepared for the bid process and for contract formation. You'll learn how to diagnose areas of subcontract language  more...

Effective Job Cost Reports in Construction Project Management nIn today's fast-paced and complex construction environment, construction industry professionals require immediate access to timely and accurate information. One of the most important management tools available to project teams is the job cost report. Properly designed and used, the JCR can be a powerful document that provides an up-to-date snapshot of the project status that also highlights  more...