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RESULTS FIRST℠
Decades of leadership in construction law extends to a full spectrum of legal services, focused on results, client service and value.
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Built upon decades of experience, industry-leading professionals and a history of accomplishments.
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Resourceful, insightful and determined - why clients have come to P&A for decades.
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Respecting the cost, time and impact to our client – efficiency from the start.
RESULTS
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P&A Closes Cross-Border Steel Industry Deal
Peckar & Abramson’s New Jersey office represented JSW Steel Ltd. in its acquisition of 100% of the equity of Acero Junction Holdings Inc., the Owner of a steel manufacturing facility in Mingo Junction, OH for a purchase price of approximately $81 million. JSW is a one of the largest steel conglomerates in India and plans … Read More
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A Case of First Impression
In a case of first impression, P&A represented a general contractor, whose home office is in Maryland, with respect to a project in New Jersey. A subcontractor brought a lawsuit against the general contractor in state court in New Jersey. The subcontract between P&A’s client and the subcontractor identified Maryland as the choice of venue. … Read More
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Bench Trial Success
Peckar & Abramson’s Houston lawyers secured a judgment in the Harris County District Court. Our attorneys successfully defended a claim for wrongful termination and delay damages brought by a subcontractor against our highway contractor client and its payment bond surety. P&A’s client was also counterclaiming for excess completion costs. Peckar & Abramson tried the case … Read More
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Bet the Company – and Win
Peckar & Abramson’s Chicago office scored a victory on behalf of its client in a true “bet the company litigation”. The Plaintiff, a global and well-funded competitor, alleged that our client had engaged in fraud and conspiracy, while improperly aiding and abetting unfair competition practices. The plaintiff’s sought punitive damages that would have bankrupted our … Read More
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P&A Closes $10.5 million Acquisition on Behalf of European Contractor
Peckar & Abramson’s M&A team recently represented a European Contractor in the successful closing of its $10.5 million purchase of the controlling interest of a heavy highway and civil contractor. Our M&A team structured the transaction and negotiated the purchase agreement, LLC membership agreements, executive employment agreements and other transaction documents. Our team conducted a … Read More
INSIGHTS
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Understanding the Risks of International Construction
Denis Serkin, partner and chair of Peckar & Abramson’s international practice, and Nicole Markowitz, a senior associate, have written “Understanding the Risks of International Construction,” an article for Construction Executive. The article discusses the three categories of risk (the three Cs) a contractor operating abroad needs to understand. Read the full article here.
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2021 South Florida Legal Guide Honors Peckar & Abramson as a Top Law Firm and Recognizes Nine Miami Attorneys
National construction law firm Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announce that the 2021 South Florida Legal Guide has named P&A a Top Law Firm in South Florida and has honored the following nine attorneys for their individual successes and accomplishments: Top Lawyers Jerry P. Brodsky Stefan Chin Melinda S. Gentile Adam P. … Read More
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New Jersey Department of Labor Issues Guidance on Employer-Mandated COVID-19 Vaccinations
In response to COVID-19 vaccines becoming more widely available to the general public, the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued new guidance on its website in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding whether employers can mandate that employees obtain vaccinations as a term and condition of employment. The newly issued FAQ largely … Read More
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New York State Requires Employers to Provide Paid Leave for Employees to Receive COVID-19 Vaccines
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed into law recent legislation mandating that all private and public employers, regardless of employer size or industry, provide up to four hours of paid leave, per dosage, for employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Employers must offer leave under the terms of the new law until it expires … Read More
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Super Lawyers® Names 16 Peckar & Abramson Attorneys to Their 2021 Illinois, New Jersey, and Southern California Lists
National construction law firm Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announce that 16 attorneys have been named to the 2021 Illinois, New Jersey, and Southern California Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists. According to the publication, the lists are exclusive, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in each jurisdiction as Super … Read More
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California Case Is a Reminder That Not All Insurance Policies Are Alike Regarding COVID-19 Losses
A recent case from the Central District of California reminds us that not all insurance policies are alike. Depending on the particular policy, losses from the COVID-19 outbreak could qualify as property damage and therefore could be recoverable under an all-risk insurance policy. COVID-19 has in many cases imposed significant costs on contractors, and in … Read More
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H-1B Visa FY2022 Cap Season Primer: What Do Employers Need to Know?
The H-1B nonimmigrant visa program, which allows businesses to bring in foreign professionals to work in “specialty occupations,” has been an important tool of employers for many years. As winter thaws, our thoughts turn to our spring gardens, but many companies know that spring also means H-1B cap season is around the corner. U.S. Citizenship … Read More
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The Texas Storm – Guidance for Contractors
The Texas snow and ice storm of February 2021 will long be remembered. It has affected everyone across the State, and its impacts continue to be felt a week later. This Alert provides the construction industry with guidance and recommendations for navigating commercial risk resulting from the storm. The potential impacts to your projects may … Read More
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Gary M. Stein Quoted in South Florida Business Journal Article Discussing Elon Musk’s Proposed Tunnel
Gary M. Stein, co-managing partner of Peckar & Abramson’s Miami office, was quoted in the South Florida Business Journal‘s article, “$30M in six months? Elon Musk’s Miami tunnel idea ‘a logistical challenge,’ experts say,” published on February 15, 2021. The article discusses Elon Musk’s proposed tunnel for electric vehicles in Miami beneath Brickell Avenue and … Read More
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The Basics of Subcontractor Defaults – Key Considerations
This article was written for the ConsensusDocs newsletter and first appeared here. The success of general contractors in completing a construction project is often dependent upon the performance of their subcontractors. General contractors have frequently said exactly this. Traditionally, the key subcontractors on a project are the electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structural steel subs. Due … Read More
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Thomas J. Curran Quoted in Financial Times Article: “White Collar Lawyers Predict Boom Times Under Biden”
Thomas J. Curran, co-chair of Peckar & Abramson’s White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement Practice, was quoted in the Financial Times’ article, “White Collar Lawyers Predict Boom Times Under Biden,” published on February 6, 2021. The article discusses how corporate criminal prosecutions are expected to rise after falling dramatically during former President Donald Trump’s presidency. … Read More
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Stephen Katz Discusses PPP Loan Audits in Construction Executive Article: “Business Survival in the Age of COVID-19”
Stephen P. Katz, Chair of Peckar & Abramson’s Corporate Law Practice, was quoted in Construction Executive‘s article, “Business Survival in the Age of COVID-19,” published on February 2, 2021. Stephen discusses the potential for PPP loan audits and provides a detailed list of all the types of documentation and information companies should consider assembling to … Read More
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AB 685 and COVID-19 Workplace Exposure: New California Notice and Reporting Requirements of COVID Exposure Starting January 1, 2021
SUMMARY Effective January 1, 2021, a new California law requires employers to notify employees about possible or known exposure to COVID-19 at the workplace. The law requires actual notification to employees within one day. In addition, the law requires notifications to local public health authorities of a COVID-19 outbreak. The law also gives Cal/OSHA a … Read More
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Shaking Hands With Uncle Sam: What to Know When Working With the Government
Lori Ann Lange, partner and co-chair of Peckar & Abramson’s Government Contracting & Infrastructure practice, has written “Shaking Hands With Uncle Sam: What to Know When Working With the Government,” an article for Best Lawyers. She discusses how “the key to success for any contractor is to educate itself about how to operate within the … Read More
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Peckar & Abramson, Altana, Breyer Rechtsanwälte, and PS Consulting, announce the creation of Leading Construction Lawyers: The International Alliance of Construction Law Professionals
Under the banner Leading Construction Lawyers (LCL), an international construction law alliance has been formed by the preeminent construction law practices at the United States law firm Peckar & Abramson, PC, French law firm Altana, the German law firm Breyer Rechtsanwälte, and the consulting and dispute resolution firm PS Consulting, based in Paris. The newly … Read More
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Jerry P. Brodsky Appointed to The Dispute Resolution Board Foundation’s Interim Board of Directors for Region 4 Latin America
Florida Board Certified construction law attorney Jerry P. Brodsky, a partner with national construction law firm Peckar & Abramson P.C. and Director of the firm’s Latin American Practice, has been appointed to The Dispute Resolution Board Foundation’s (DRBF) Region 4 Interim Board of Directors for Latin America. According to the DRBF, the non-profit organization is … Read More
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Law360: Peckar & Abramson Forms International Construction Alliance
Law360‘s recent article, “Peckar & Abramson Forms International Construction Alliance” discuses Peckar & Abramson’s recent announcement that the firm has created the international construction law alliance, Leading Construction Lawyers (LCL) along with the preeminent construction law practices at the French law firm Altana, the German law firm Breyer Rechtsanwälte, and the consulting and dispute resolution firm PS Consulting, … Read More
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Seven Peckar & Abramson Attorneys Named 2020 Top Lawyers by Bergen Magazine
National construction law firm Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announce that seven attorneys have been named Bergen County’s Top Lawyers for 2020 by Bergen Magazine. According to the publication, attorneys named to this list have received the highest vote totals within their specialty area based on peer-reviews from hundreds of practicing and active … Read More
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Peckar & Abramson, PC Welcomes Christopher M. Bletsch to the Firm’s Partnership; Announces Additional Promotions to Senior Counsel and Senior Associate Ranks
Peckar & Abramson, PC (P&A) is pleased to announce that Christopher M. Bletsch of the firm’s New York office has been promoted to Partner. P&A also announces the promotion of the following attorneys to Senior Counsel and Senior Associate: Senior Counsel Angela A. L. Connor (Houston) Freddy X. Muñoz (Miami) Patrick Murray (New Jersey) Melissa … Read More
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A Need to Know: New Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors
Lori Ann Lange, partner and co-chair of Peckar & Abramson’s Government Contracting & Infrastructure practice, has written “A Need to Know: New Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors,” an article for Construction Executive. The article discusses the new cybersecurity requirements that construction contractors working on DoD projects must adhere to. Read the full article here.