Almost every construction contract on large projects contains a mechanism for the
parties to resolve disputes. Many provide for multiple stages of dispute resolution, but
all aim to resolve disagreements as efficiently as possible to ensure the parties’ efforts
are focused on the project itself. This paper provides an overview of the CCDC regime and discuss some of the most commonly-seen alternatives.
Written by Mohammad Ali Raza, Guy Wellard, Miguel de Mello, and Kira McKesey. On October 16, 2025, the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator (“CNSOER”) launched the Offshore Wind Call for Information and Prequalification Process which will be open from October 16, 2025, to January 13, 2026, and marks a significant step toward Canada’s first commercial […]
read moreWritten by John Graham, Associate in Halifax. In June 2025, a U.S. federal court released a major decision involving Anthropic PBC, a leading developer of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The case examined whether training AI models using copyrighted materials without permission can qualify as “fair use” under U.S. law. Although the ruling applies to American […]
read moreWritten by Monika M.L. Zauhar, Partner and Stephanie Charlton, Associate, in Fredericton. It is well established that the owner of an automobile is vicariously liable for the negligence of those who drive the vehicle with the owner’s consent. Further, insurance legislation across Canada recognizes that more than one insurance policy may cover a particular loss. […]
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