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Wisconsin Court Defers Fire Question to Jury

Fontana Builders involved a claim for damages under a builder's risk policy related to a fire that destroyed a home.

Wisconsin Court Mulls Whether Loss Doctrine Bars Subrogation Claims

The court of appeals addressed coverage for allegedly defective construction on an processing plant and whether the economic-loss doctrine barred subrogation claims.

Surety's Ability to Remove May Hinge on Terms of Contract

It will be more difficult for sureties to obtain federal jurisdiction when the contract between contains a forum-selection clause stating disputes must be resolved in state court.

Articles »

The Prompt Pay Statute

By Christopher A. Kenney and Adam M. Veness

The Prompt Pay Statute will substantially affect payment terms on private construction projects.

The Time Is Now for Federal Good Samaritan Legislation

By Frederick E. Hedberg and Antonino M. Leone

In times of emergency, design professionals are needed to provide immediate services to protect public health and safety.

Experts and the E-Discovery Problem

By Lawrence W. Treece

A mystery lies within the application of the new rules to nonlitigation experts, substantive litigation experts, and e-discovery experts themselves.

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Construct!: Summer 2011

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