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Flushing Away Liability: What the Aqua Engineering Case Means for Contractors and Subcontractors

The recent Town of Mancos v. Aqua Engineering case is an insightful example of how well written contracts and timely…

4 weeks ago

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC Announces Leadership Changes and New Vision for Growth

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC (“HHMR”) is excited to announce several significant developments as the firm transitions into an…

1 month ago

BKV Barnett, LLC v. Electric Drilling Technologies, LLC: Analyzing the Impact of Colorado’s Anti-Indemnification Statute

In the recent case of BKV Barnett, LLC v. Electric Drilling Technologies, LLC, the United States District Court for the…

2 months ago

Understanding Insurance Disputes in Construction Defect Litigation: A Review of Acuity v. Kinsale

Construction projects are inherently complex, and insurance coverage plays a crucial role in managing risks, especially when unforeseen issues arise.…

2 months ago

Colorado Court of Appeals’ Ruling Highlights Dangers of Excessive Public Works Claims

In the case of Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction Company, LLC v. Regional Rail Partners (2024 COA 78), the Colorado Court…

7 months ago

Dave McLain included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America

Colleagues and friends: I am pleased to share with you that I have been recognized in the 2023 edition of…

2 years ago

Anti-Concurrent Causation Endorsements in CGL Insurance Policies: A Word of Caution

While I have not performed exhaustive research into the origin of anti-concurrent causation (“ACC”) endorsements on insurance policies, or how…

3 years ago

Municipal Ordinances Create Additional Opportunities for the Defense of Construction Defect Claims in Colorado

Municipal ordinances may provide additional defenses for construction professionals where state law does not provide sufficient protection for Colorado’s builders.…

3 years ago