Other Legal Insights
Do You Have an Attractive Nuisance on Your Construction Site?
Attractive nuisances are conditions on a property that entice trespassers to enter. Children are of particular concern when it comes to members of the public entering unsafe places and getting injured. Cases can arise from children trespassing and drowning in public swimming pools, or climbing over fences and getting injured
The Importance of Full Disclosure in Construction Real Estate Transactions
At MSB Law, LLP, we have extensive construction practice. Our construction lawyers regularly work in the commercial real estate practice area to reduce the risk of fraudulent behavior and to help resolve the issues if they occur. We regularly work with clients who find that the home or commercial property
2020 Super Lawyers – Rick Morefield, Stan Bachman, Andrew Speicher
MSB Law’s founding members Rick Morefield, Stan Bachman and Andrew Speicher were once again named to Super Lawyers’ Annual List of Top Attorneys in Kansas and Missouri for 2020. Rick and Andrew earned Super Lawyer distinction in the area of personal injury. Stan was honored in the area of construction
What is a Mediation?
Mediation is an alternative to a jury trial that often leads to the settlement of lawsuits and legal disputes. Mediation can take place before or after a lawsuit it filed. It is now common for judges to order the parties in a lawsuit to mediate a case before it goes
Who Gets Wrongful Death Damages?
The death of a loved one is overwhelming. It can be even more so if that death was unexpected and due to the negligence, recklessness or intentional misconduct of another. You may be experiencing not only grief and confusion, but anger. In the midst of this, your legal rights need
OSHA Compliance – Increases Excavation and Trenching Enforcement
OSHA Compliance – Excavation and Trenching The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced that it is stepping up their safety enforcement and education with an excavation and trenching National Emphasis Plan. This OSHA compliance activity will last for a period of at least three months but could go
Tips About Getting Paid In The Construction Business
Cash flow is king in construction and getting paid is perhaps the most important variable whether a business strives or survives. Getting paid in the construction business has unique challenges. What is the best way to get paid? What do you do if payments are delayed? Or worse case, what
How To Better Protect Your Firm Against Construction Defect Claims
Two words that create instant anxiety for construction contractors are”construction defects.” That’s because there are a host of complexities that cascade from construction defect litigation. The costs to defend a claim can be significant. The time involved to defend yourself is considerable. And the implications for your reputation leave you
Does Your Construction Contract Protect You From Financial Losses?
When it comes to the construction business, risks are high and profit margins are low, and there’s a very high risk you can lose money on a project. There are delays, cost overruns, and change orders, slow pay and the worse…not getting paid at all. That’s when a carefully crafted
Mechanic’s Liens In Kansas Construction
Used With Care, Liens Are A Highly Effective Way To Get Paid Construction can be one of the most complex and challenging industries in business. There are innumerable variables, affected and compounded by unpredictable events, all of which affect your bottom line. But, if there’s one variable you need to
It’s That Time of Year: Back to School Safety Tips
Summer is coming to a close. Kids will soon be back in school and Fall is around the corner! During this time of year, it’s a good idea to remind ourselves and our kids about back to school safety. Here are a few reminders to ensure that you have a
Should You Include An Arbitration Clause In Your Construction Contracts?
It’s time to finalize the contract with your client. Do you include an arbitration clause? That might, or might not be, a good idea. Before you decide, consider the advantages and disadvantages. Don’t assume arbitration is the best way to minimize legal fees. Does Arbitration Really Cost Less? The short
Artificial Intelligence In The Construction Industry On The Verge of Transformation
For a $10 trillion industry, technology remains a surprisingly small part of the construction business, especially when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI). Change is coming. According to a 2018 McKinsey & Company report, AI is gradually emerging in the construction industry with the possibility to upend the entire business.
4 Reasons to Give Truckers Extra Space
Whether you pass trucks on the highway during your daily commute or are going on a family road trip this summer, you should know that trucking crashes happen and they can result in serious injuries and even death. Driving around trucks is different than driving around other cars and we
3 Ways Attorney Stan Bachman’s Unique Approach to Construction Law Helps His Clients
If you’ve worked with Stan before, you probably know that his background is actually in construction – which is a perfect fit, considering he’s a construction lawyer. His 25 years of experience as a general contractor and business owner brings a unique perspective for a construction lawyer. Not only does