CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL

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CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL - ISSUE 242749 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026

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Segal McCambridge is pleased to announce that 24 firm shareholders and associates have been recognized in the 2027 editions of the Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Segal McCambridge Shareholders and Associates Recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers in America®

September 1, 2026
Segal McCambridge

Segal McCambridge is pleased to announce that 24 firm shareholders and associates have been recognized in the 2027 editions of the Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Best Lawyers® is an elite global network of legal professionals recognized through a trusted, peer-reviewed distinction. For more than four decades, its Purely Peer Review® methodology has upheld the principle that recognition should be earned through the opinions of fellow attorneys, not marketing influence or paid listings. No fees are accepted for consideration or inclusion.   

"This Best Lawyers recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the caliber of advocacy our attorneys bring to clients every day, across a wide range of practice areas," said Jason P. Eckerly, Segal McCambridge Managing Shareholder. "We are proud to see so many of our colleagues honored for their legal skills, dedication, and professionalism. This continued recognition underscores the strength of our national platform and the depth of talent across our firm."

Segal McCambridge's attorneys named in Best Lawyers in America® include:

Jason P. Eckerly; Chicago, IL; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Scott R. Emery; New York, NY; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Jay Evans; Pittsburgh, PA; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Richard H. Glucksman; Los Angeles, CA; Construction Law
Nathan R. Horne; Austin, TX; Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Alice Sacks Johnston; Pittsburgh, PA; Commercial Litigation; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Patrick M. Kemp; Austin, TX; Litigation - Insurance
Mitchell P. Morinec; Chicago, IL; Commercial Litigation
Anthony J. Sbarra, Jr.; Milton, MA; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Alan J. Taylor; Southfield, MI; Litigation - Construction; Real Estate Law
Kenneth P. Williams; Southfield, MI; Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
David J. Yates; Southfield, MI; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Segal McCambridge's attorneys named in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® include:

Masood Syed Ali; Chicago, IL; Labor and Employment Law - Management
Mari Bryn Dowdy; Austin, TX; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Chaniece M. Hill; Chicago, IL; Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Mandy Kolodkin; Indianapolis, IN; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Jeffrey M. Marchese; New York, NY; Litigation - Construction
Courtney C. McLaren; Memphis, TN; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Benjamin J. Nellans; Chicago, IL; Commercial Litigation
Christopher P. Norton; Los Angeles, CA; Commercial Litigation
Nelson T. Rainey; Memphis, TN; Family Law; Health Care Law; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Nicholas E. Richardson; Tampa, FL; Insurance Law
Jordan B. Rosenberg; Philadelphia, PA; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Ian M. Sadler; Austin, TX; Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law

About Best Lawyers®
Best Lawyers® is an elite global network of legal professionals recognized through trusted, peer-reviewed distinction. For over four decades, its Purely Peer Review® methodology has upheld the principle that recognition should be earned through the opinions of fellow attorneys, not marketing influence or paid listings. Each year, millions of confidential evaluations are collected worldwide, contributing to one of the legal industry's most rigorous and trusted vetting processes. Only about 5% of lawyers in the United States and 3% globally are recognized, reflecting the selectivity and credibility of the results. No fees are accepted for consideration or inclusion, maintaining the integrity and independence of all recognitions. For more information, visit: www.bestlawyers.com.

About Segal McCambridge
Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a firm with more than 20 offices nationwide. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals, across the United States in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty. For more information, visit: www.segalmccambridge.com.

CDJ NEWS THIS WEEK



California capitol building

If enacted, the legislation would affect virtually every stage of a construction defect dispute- from the initial notice of claim through litigation and settlement- and would introduce an entirely new certification process for newly constructed condominium projects.

California Poised for the Most Significant Residential Construction Defect Reforms in Decades

September 1, 2026 — Thomas D. Fama & Andrew J. Mallon - Wood Smith Henning Berman

The California Legislature is considering legislation that would dramatically alter the landscape of residential construction defect litigation. Assembly Bill 1903, currently pending before the Senate Judiciary Committee, proposes extensive amendments to California's Right to Repair Act (Civil Code sections 895-945.5) that would substantially strengthen procedural protections for builders while narrowing the scope of recoverable construction defect claims.

If enacted, the legislation would affect virtually every stage of a construction defect dispute- from the initial notice of claim through litigation and settlement- and would introduce an entirely new certification process for newly constructed condominium projects. This article details some of the most significant proposed changes.

Higher Burden for Construction Defect Plaintiffs
Perhaps the most consequential change is the bill's modification of the proof required to establish liability. current law generally requires a claimant to demonstrate the residence fails to satisfy one of the statutory performance standards established under the Right to Repair Act. AB1903 would instead require claimants to establish three separate elements:

  • A violation of an applicable statutory performance standard;
  • The violation caused appreciable, present, non-speculative physical damage to another building component; and
  • The violation resulted from the original construction.

Reprinted courtesy of Thomas D. Fama, Wood Smith Henning Berman and Andrew J. Mallon, Wood Smith Henning Berman

Mr. Fama may be contacted at tfama@wshblaw.com
Mr. Mallon may be contacted at amallon@wshblaw.com

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Scaffolding on building

These developments came as the project's structural engineer alleges that required reinforcing steel was never installed.

Structural Engineer Claims Reinforcement Was Never Installed on Troubled NYC Tower

September 1, 2026 — Bryan Gottlieb - Engineering News-Record

New York City has expanded its investigation into the structural failure at the former Pfizer headquarters tower in Midtown Manhattan as the Dept. of Investigation confirmed a parallel inquiry and the Dept. of Buildings directed the property owner to retain third-party engineering oversight.

Mr. Gottlieb may be contacted at gottliebb@enr.com

Reprinted courtesy of Bryan Gottlieb, Engineering News-Record

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Broken pipe

A pipe feeding the building’s fire-suppression sprinkler had burst after freezing, apparently due to unexpected exposure to outside cold air.

Vacant Building Negates Coverage for Broken Pipe

September 1, 2026 — Tred R. Eyerly - Insurance Law Hawaii

The Michigan Court of Appeals found the insured was not covered for water damage because the commercial space was left vacant. Cherry Hill Recreation Center, Inc. v. Conifer Ins Co., 2026 Mich, App. LEXIS 5099 (Mich Ct. App. June 18, 2026).

Alan Abbas purchased a bowling alley. Due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and executive orders issued by the governor, Abbas was unable to operate the bowling center for several months. During the winter, Abbas allowed the thermostat to drop significantly, with the building expected to be around 43 degrees Fahrenheit. He later admitted the sprinkler system’s pipes were not protected against freezing.

Mr. Eyerly may be contacted at te@hawaiilawyer.com

Reprinted courtesy of Tred R. Eyerly, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

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Business people holding up star

Ball Janik LLP is pleased to announce that 24 of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

The Best Lawyers in America® - Ball Janik Attorneys Earn Multiple Recognitions

September 1, 2026 — Ball Janik LLP

Orlando, FL, August 20, 2026 – Ball Janik LLP is pleased to announce that 24 of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. The 33rd Best Lawyers edition recognitions are based on peer review and highlight attorneys across a range of practice areas. This recognition underscores the broad experience Ball Janik's attorneys bring to the firm's construction defect practice.

"We're proud to be recognized by Best Lawyers again this year," said James C. Prichard, Managing Partner of Ball Janik LLP. "These honors reflect the expertise and depth of our team, our continued growth across Florida, and our commitment to providing strong counsel to clients in complex construction, insurance recovery, and litigation matters."

Ball Janik attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® include:
Keegan A. Berry — Construction Law
Brian T. Crevasse — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Todd Demetriades — Litigation - Construction
Joseph R. Fitos — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Megan A. Picataggio — Construction Law
Jon E. Lemole — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Salvatore G. Scro — Construction Law
Nicholas B. Vargo — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Kelly M. Corcoran — Construction Law
Gabriel Z. Coelho — Construction Law
Evan J. Small — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Franchesco Soto — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Phillip E. Joseph — Litigation - Construction; Real Estate Law
James C. Prichard — Construction Law

Ball Janik attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America include:
Nicholas Passantino — Litigation - Construction
Amanda L. Gonzalez — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Morgan N. Lester — Litigation - Construction
Chris S. Tribbey — Construction Law
Kyle Bugden — Construction Law; Litigation - Construction
Brian Tannenbaum — Construction Law
Kayla Mosquera — Insurance Law
Natasha L. Biela — Commercial Litigation
Elijah C. Waring, Jr. — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Greg K. Demers — Construction Law

About Ball Janik LLP
Ball Janik LLP is a Florida-based law firm offering construction defect, construction law, insurance recovery, and commercial litigation counsel, to its local and national clients. The firm was founded in 1982 and has expanded its capabilities, professionals, and geographic footprint. What started as a small firm focused on real property, land use, and litigation (known then as Ball Janik & Novack) has grown to a team of 70-plus attorneys and paralegals in five offices in Florida, with centuries of combined experience and capabilities. The firm has been recognized by Chambers USA, including for its construction law capabilities in Florida, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®, The Best Lawyers in America©, Super Lawyers, and Corporate International. Read more at www.balljanik.com.

Condo exterior

A recent case, Stein v. Reynolds Ventures, Inc., 51 Fla.L.Weekly D1627a (Fla. 2d DCA 2026), discusses this “show cause” statutory procedure.

Lienor Dealing With “Show Cause” Summons by Condominium Unit Owner

September 1, 2026 — David Adelstein - Florida Construction Legal Updates

One of the statutory vehicles to shorten a construction lienor’s statute of limitations to foreclose on a construction lien is through a “show cause” summons that essentially requires the lienor to foreclose on the lien within 20 days from receipt of the “show cause” summons. This is a statutory procedure under Florida’s Lien Law in Fla. Stat. s. 713.21(4). If a lienor receives a “show cause” summons and lawsuit, the lienor should, without delay, counterclaim or file a separate lien foreclosure lawsuit within the 20-day period without exception. This is provided the lienor wants to move forward with its lien. If a lienor does not, the lien will be discharged of record. If you are a lienor and receive a “show cause” summons, please immediately consult with construction counsel that can best advise you and perfect your lien rights.

Mr. Adelstein may be contacted at dma@kirwinnorris.com

Reprinted courtesy of David Adelstein, Kirwin Norris

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Contract negotiation

For contractors, some of the most consequential project risks are established long before work begins, during contract negotiations.

Construction Attorneys: Contract Negotiation Strategy

September 1, 2026 — Construction Executive

Contract negotiation is where project expectations become enforceable business obligations. A reasonable bid can become a high-risk agreement when the final contract expands the scope, shortens notice periods, limits payment rights or transfers liability that was never included in the price. Construction attorneys help project leaders identify those consequences before execution.

Their role is not to eliminate every risk or prolong negotiations. It is to determine which risks can be controlled, insured, priced, shared or rejected while preserving a workable deal. The financial stakes can be substantial. HKA's 2025 analysis of more than 2,200 distressed construction and engineering projects found that disputed costs averaged 33.4% of contract budgets. Scope changes affected more than 28% of the projects studied and remained the most common cause of conflict. In North America, the average dispute studied by Arcadis in 2024 had a value of $60.1 million and took 12.5 months to resolve.

Reprinted courtesy of Construction Executive, a publication of Associated Builders and Contractors. All rights reserved.

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Snell & Wilmer is proud to announce that its San Diego office has been named the #1 Best Place to Work in the Large Business category by the San Diego Business Journal as part of its 2026 Best Places to Work awards.

Snell & Wilmer’s San Diego Office Ranked #1 “Best Place to Work” by the San Diego Business Journal

September 1, 2026 — Snell & Wilmer

SAN DIEGO – Snell & Wilmer is proud to announce that its San Diego office has been named the #1 Best Place to Work in the Large Business category by the San Diego Business Journal as part of its 2026 Best Places to Work awards. The annual recognition honors outstanding employers across the San Diego region that are setting the standard for workplace culture and employee engagement. Rankings are based on confidential employee surveys conducted by Workforce Research Group, which evaluate organizations on leadership, corporate culture, communication, employee engagement, and other key workplace factors.

“Being recognized as the #1 Best Place to Work in the Large Business category is an incredible honor because it reflects the experiences and feedback of our own team,” said Bardia Moayedi, managing partner of Snell & Wilmer’s San Diego office. “Our people are the foundation of everything we do, and this recognition speaks to the collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture they have helped create. I am grateful to every member of our San Diego office for making this an exceptional place to build a career, serve our clients, and give back to our community.”

Reprinted courtesy of Snell & Wilmer

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Water from faucet into glass

The proposal would require certain public water systems to monitor and report on 30 unregulated drinking water contaminants from 2028 through 2030, while generating occurrence data that could inform future regulation and affect environmental, commercial, litigation and risk assessments.

Understanding the EPA’s Latest Proposed Drinking Water Contaminant Monitoring Rule, Published in Law360

September 1, 2026 — Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed Sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6) represents another step in the federal government’s ongoing effort to identify and evaluate emerging contaminants in drinking water. The proposal would require certain public water systems to monitor and report on 30 unregulated drinking water contaminants from 2028 through 2030, while generating occurrence data that could inform future regulation and affect environmental, commercial, litigation and risk assessments.

In an article published by Law360, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani Senior Counsel, Ayodeji Ayolola, analyzes the scope and practical implications of UCMR 6, including the contaminants selected, the proposed monitoring requirements for public water systems, and the EPA’s continued focus on PFAS and related organofluorine compounds. The article also touches upon the potential significance of publicly available monitoring data for businesses and property stakeholders.

Reprinted courtesy of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

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Hands in air in celebration

56 Lewis Brisbois attorneys across 26 offices have been named to the 7th edition of “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.”

Over 50 Lewis Brisbois Attorneys Recognized in 7th Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

September 1, 2026 — Lewis Brisbois

56 Lewis Brisbois attorneys across 26 offices have been named to the 7th edition of “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.” Congratulations to the following attorneys on this recognition!

You can see the full list of Lewis Brisbois attorneys named to Best Lawyers' 33rd edition of The Best Lawyers in America here.

Akron, OH

  • Partner Meleah M. Skillern - Commercial Litigation

Atlanta, GA

  • Partner Catherine Crawley - Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants; and Transportation Law
  • Associate Davis Lackey - Insurance Law; and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

Reprinted courtesy of Lewis Brisbois

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News

In Pillsbury's latest roundup, office vacancies fall, fair housing advocacy groups sue HUD, foreign buyers reduce purchases of U.S. residential real estate, and more.

Real Estate & Construction News Roundup (8/12/26) – Data Center Momentum Increases, Multifamily Construction Projects Decline, CRE Returns as Top Investor Preference

September 1, 2026 — Pillsbury's Construction & Real Estate Law Team - Gravel2Gavel Construction & Real Estate Law Blog

In our latest roundup, office vacancies fall, fair housing advocacy groups sue HUD, foreign buyers reduce purchases of U.S. residential real estate, and more!

  • After a brief slowdown to begin the summer, data center construction planning momentum picked up in July, again shining as the brightest sector in building. (Zachary Phillips, Construction Dive)
  • The number of finished multifamily construction projects declined last year — welcome news for multifamily operators eager to work through the recent supply wave — and a record share of new apartments were high-density. (Julie Strupp, Multifamily Dive)
  • Fair housing advocacy groups sued the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, claiming the agency’s funding restructuring drastically reduces their ability to receive funds from the Fair Housing Initiatives Program. (Ryan Kushner, Multifamily Dive)

Reprinted courtesy of Pillsbury's Construction & Real Estate Law Team

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With ten members named, ACS has more recognized Construction Litigation attorneys than any other firm on the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers list, compared to three at the next closest firm.

Ahlers Cressman & Sleight leads in recognized Construction Litigation Attorneys

September 1, 2026 — Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC

Ahlers Cressman & Sleight is pleased to announce its leading recognition in the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers magazine. With ten members named, ACS has more recognized Construction Litigation attorneys than any other firm on the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers list, compared to three at the next closest firm. Two ACS members were also recognized on the 2026 Washington Rising Stars list.

Super Lawyers selects these recognized lawyers by using a patented multiphase selection process. First, lawyers enter the candidate pool by being nominated by their peers or by being identified by managing partner surveys, third-party feedback, or the Super Lawyersresearch team. Next, Super Lawyersconducts an independently researched evaluation using twelve indicators of professional achievement and peer recognition: verdicts/settlements, transactions, representative clients, experience, honors/awards, special licenses/certifications, position within a law firm, bar and/or professional activity, pro bono and community service, scholarly lectures/writings, education/employment background, and other outstanding achievements. Then, candidates with the highest point totals serve on a Blue Ribbon panel, evaluating other candidates within their primary practice area. Finally, only 5% of attorneys are selected for the Super Lawyers list, and 2.5% of attorneys are selected for the Rising Stars list. More information about the Super Lawyers Selection Process can be found here.

Reprinted courtesy of Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC

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AI overlay with construction workers

Interviews with 21 industry leaders point to governance, engineering judgment, and institutional knowledge as determining factors in responsible AI adoption.

ACEC Research Institute Report: Real Risk of AI Isn’t Technology. It’s the Org Chart.

September 1, 2026 — ACEC Research Institute

WASHINGTON (August 19, 2026) – The ACEC Research Institute today released Leading Through AI Risk: The Enterprise Framework for Engineering Firm Leaders, a new study finding that the most significant risks artificial intelligence poses to engineering firms are organizational rather than technological, and that firms treating AI as an IT initiative are managing the wrong issue.

The report, part of the Institute’s yearslong Firm of the Future initiative, combines an extensive literature review with in-depth interviews of 21 leaders drawn from engineering firms, public infrastructure owners, technology vendors, insurance and legal professionals, licensing and regulatory agencies, and AI consultants.

The report groups AI risk into eight interconnected domains:

  • technical reliability and model risk
  • professional liability and standard of care risk
  • data governance, privacy, and intellectual property risk
  • organizational and workforce risk
  • ethical, regulatory, and reputational risk
  • operational and cybersecurity risk
  • financial and business model risk
  • strategic leadership and enterprise governance risk

The last serves as the integrating domain through which firms coordinate responsible AI adoption enterprise wide.

The report stresses that firms do not experience these risks one at a time. Weak oversight may create legal liability. Workforce gaps may affect quality assurance. “Understanding these interactions,” the study notes, “is often more important than understanding individual risks independently.”

About the ACEC Research Institute
The ACEC Research Institute is the independent research arm of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Its mission is to fund and deliver research to equip the engineering industry with actionable intelligence on the issues critical to its success. Learn more at www.acecresearchinstitute.org.

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US Housing Starts Surge on Rebound in Multifamily Construction

August 31, 2026 — Michael Sasso – Bloomberg

Housing starts in the US surged in June after a sharp drop a month earlier, driven by a rebound in apartment construction.

Reprinted courtesy of Michael Sasso, Bloomberg

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Construction workers

US Economy Shed 23K Jobs in July, but Contractors Kept Hiring

August 31, 2026 — Scott Judy - Engineering News-Record

The Bureau of Labor Statistics' August 7 report showing a surprising overall loss of 23,000 jobs could have been worse if not for construction companies, who added an estimated 22,000 positions last month. Among goods-producing companies, construction was one of just two industries reporting job gains in July, with manufacturers adding a reported 5,000 new positions, according to BLS.

Mr. Judy may be contacted at judys@enr.com

Reprinted courtesy of Scott Judy, Engineering News-Record

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Lady law

Insurer Cannot Challenge Underlying Case if Refuses to Defend

August 31, 2026 — Tred R. Eyerly - Insurance Law Hawaii

The Appellate Division, Supreme Court of New York, affirmed the lower court’s grant of summary judgment determining that the insurer could not challenge the judgment in the underlying case after refusing to defend the insured. Shattuck v Dryden Mut. Ins. Co., 2026 N.Y. App. Div. LEXIS 3789 (N.Y. App. Div. June 5, 2026).

The underlying plaintiff was injured while performing construction work using tools and equipment of Cory Lisinski. Lisinski was insured by Dryden Mutual Insurance Company. Lisinski notified Dryden of the accident. Dryden disclaimed coverage based on lack of coverage for liability under the Workers’ Compensation law. The underlying plaintiff sued Lisinski and obtained a default judgment after a damages inquest in the amount of $2,841,782. Lisinski assigned to plaintiff any rights he had against Dryden arising from the personal injury action.

Mr. Eyerly may be contacted at te@hawaiilawyer.com

Reprinted courtesy of Tred R. Eyerly, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

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CLM’s Litigation Management Symposium & Institute

August 31, 2026 — Beverley BevenFlorez – CDJ Staff

CLM’s Litigation Management Symposium “combines future-focused presentations from industry thought leaders and innovators with interactive roundtable discussions designed to exchange ideas and help” attendees “prepare for what’s next.” The event “is an exclusive peer-to-peer event limited to fewer than 150 litigation management and defense firm leaders to provide the highest quality networking.”

CLM also presents a Litigation Management Institute, which “bridges the gap between legal theory and litigation strategy, balanced with the unique business aspects of litigation management.” Courses are “taught by executives with extensive litigation management experience and the ability to convey the complexities in an understandable and meaningful manner.”

Litigation Management Symposium
October 13th-14th, 2026
Litigation Management Institute
October 14th-17th, 2026
The Westin Chicago River North
320 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL, 60654

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SoCal Condo Owners Stunned by Sudden $26K HOA Fee For Emergency Roof Assessment

What would you do if your HOA suddenly sprang a $26,000 fee on you? That's what a group of condo owners is trying to fight back against in San Clemente, ABC7 News reported.

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“A punch in the gut because this is our busiest month of the year,” said one of the owners of a Big Sur landmark restaurant, forced to close again just a week after reopening as the Timber Fire and now the Plaskett Fire continue to rage, ABC7 Bay News reported.

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