Before we get rolling in 2009, let’s take a look at the five most important green building stories that we presented in one manner or another here at gbNYC during the course of 2008.
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Shaw Development v. Southern Builders: America’s First Green Building Litigation
Over the past two years, I have written extensively over at gbNYC about the potential for litigation arising out of green construction projects. The country’s first reported green building litigation – Shaw Development versus Southern Builders – is an excellent example of how hidden green building risks can present unconventional legal issues to construction industry stakeholders and their counsel. It is critical to note that the case does NOT discuss the contractor’s failure to achieve LEED certification on behalf of the owner (as many articles referencing my original post at gbNYC have incorrectly asserted). Rather, it suggests the importance of accurately translating green building regulatory requirements into construction documents.
West Coast Green Panel Discusses Risk Management for Green Building Projects
A panel discussion at the recent West Coast Green conference touched on some important liability issues as they relate to green building and sustainability.
Shaw Development v. Southern Builders: The Anatomy of America’s First Green Building Litigation
It’s happened: the country’s first litigation arising out of a green building project has been reported in Maryland.
