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Oregon Supreme Court Reverses Insurance Coverage Denial for Contractor in Twigg v. Admiral Ins. Co.
In a long-awaited decision that helps contractors obtain coverage for construction defects, the Oregon Supreme Court in Twigg v. Admiral Ins. Co. 371 Or. 308 (2025)
ruled that coverage under a commercial general liability policy may exist even when t...
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Oregon SB 1575: New Construction Consultant Indemnity Limitation Effective on January 1, 2025
The 2024 Oregon Legislative Assembly enacted SB 1575 (Or Laws 2024, ch 112) amending ORS 30.140 to limit public bodies from imposing certain indemnity obligations on construction professionals. The change applies to public construction contracts for...
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Webinar—Navigating the Lien Process
Join us on February 28 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific for this complimentary program, hosted by our friends at Propel Insurance. The presenters will educate attendees on their rights and responsibilities when it comes to the lien process.
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The New Year Brings New Sick Leave Rules to Washington Construction Employers
As of January 1, 2024, Washington employers with commercial construction workers will need to be prepared to comply with new rules regarding paid sick leave. There are also new provisions applying to all employers.
Employers with Covered Construction...
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Contract Drafting 101: Implied Warranties and Design Delegation
Important elements of a strong construction contract include implied warranties and design delegation. It is necessary to pay close attention to these concepts to protect against future disputes. When a contractor is confronted by an owner’s claims t...
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In the Contract or Out of the Contract? Payment Claims for Extra Work in Oregon
When a contractor performs “extra” work—more than its construction contract contemplates—how can it be paid? A common question, indeed. And one that usually is easily answered with a change order or extra work directive. But what if the change order...
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