Commercial Drones in the Construction Industry
By Tennessee Construction Lawyers • July 17, 2017

Better enjoy those long lunches while they last. According to a recent article in the Economist, commercial drones may soon find their way to a job site near you as…

AIA Releases 2017 Construction Contract Documents
By Wally Irvin • April 20, 2017

The American Institute of Architects publishes the most widely used form document set in the construction industry.  The AIA revises the construction contract documents approximately every 10 years to address legal opinions…

Tennessee Contractor License Legislative Update

Tennessee contractors should be aware of a couple of upcoming changes to the Tennessee contractor license laws. House Bill 0906 / Senate Bill 0355 passed unanimously yesterday. Audited and Attested Financial…

What’s Next For Federal Contractors?
By Tennessee Construction Lawyers • March 10, 2017

A special guest post by Lewis Thomason employer lawyer Janet Hayes. When it comes to signing Executive Orders, President Barack Obama proved there is no shortage of ink in the…

Contracting in Tennessee – 5 Simple Tips
By David Draper • February 20, 2017

It never ceases to amaze how contractors, particularly those based out of state, run afoul of Tennessee laws. As 2017 progresses, here are few laws that should be kept in…

The Business of Construction: Payment Disputes
By Paul Whitt • January 13, 2017

The construction industry includes not only completing the project, or fulfilling an order, but also handling the “business” side of the industry. Oftentimes, this “business” side involves payment disputes, including…

Executive Order Creates Temporary License Exam Waiver
By David Draper • January 10, 2017

In response to the recent wildfires that swept through Gatlinburg and surrounding areas in east Tennessee, Governor Haslam issued Executive Order No. 61.  The Order permits a temporary contractor’s license…

Contractors, did you know . . . ?
By David Draper • September 12, 2016

The Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors has statutory authority to impose civil penalties for violations of statutes, rules, or orders enforceable by the Board.  Orders of the Board are often…

CHANGE IS IN THE AIR: State to Pilot “Expertise Based” Procurement
By Wally Irvin • September 7, 2016

On August 15, the State of Tennessee Real Estate Asset Management Division (STREAM) held a educational session on a new expertise-based procurement approach it intends to pilot on select future…

Ready. Set. Go Build!
By Wally Irvin • June 28, 2016

Construction is booming in Nashville.  If there is any doubt, simply look at the Nashville Business Journal’s “Crane Watch.” Construction of smart buildings are also easier now thanks to the advancements…

I Protest! – Government Bid Protest Battles
By David Draper • June 14, 2016

I have had occasion to work with a number of clients confronted with bad outcomes in a government procurement process. The disputes have involved state, local and University of Tennessee…

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