by Kent Holland | Mar 26, 2019 | Newsletter Article
A homeowners’ class action lawsuit against a roofing-shingle manufacturer was subject to mandatory arbitration because the homeowners, through their roofers, had opened and used the shingles that were contained in wrappers that on their face clearly stated...
by Kent Holland | Feb 28, 2019 | Newsletter Article
By Ken A. Slavens, Esq. Arbitration is often seen as a way of getting a more predictable result in complex construction disputes. The subject matter expertise available with experienced arbitrators and the finality of the arbitration process itself are certainly...
by Kent Holland | May 13, 2018 | Newsletter Article
An arbitration award to a homeowner against a homebuilder/contractor only determined damages and did not provide any explanation for the basis of the award – such as who was at fault or even what elements of the complaint formed the basis for the award. A court...
by Kent Holland | Feb 20, 2018 | Newsletter Article
A subcontractor sued the general contractor (GC) and project owner to enforce liens it put on the property for non-payment. The defendants filed a motion to compel arbitration. Court held that the arbitration provisions of the prime agreement were incorporated by...
by Kent Holland | Aug 28, 2017 | Newsletter Article
By: Steve Whitehorn Whitehorn Financial Group, Inc One big question my architect and engineer clients ask me often : “When I sign a contract, is it better to choose arbitration or jury trial, in the event we need to resolve a dispute?” This is an important topic. It’s...
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