Five Poyner Spruill Construction Practice Attorneys Receive 2025 Best Lawyers in America Recognition
Poyner Spruill LLP is pleased to announce 64 firm attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers® in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America in nearly 50 practice areas. Five Poyner Spruill attorneys were recognized on the Best Lawyers® in America list for…
Poyner Spruill Honors Late Colleague with Second Annual Service Week
Poyner Spruill LLP recently honored the life and legacy of late colleague Cheslie Kryst during their second annual Service Week. Kryst worked as an attorney then as the firm’s Diversity Advisor. She was passionate about volunteering at nonprofits and advocating for those in underserved communities. Kryst had a life-long battle with mental illness and died…
Contech360, LLC to Join FORVIS, LLP Construction Technology Practice
Contech360, LLC, a leading provider of construction technology solutions, is pleased to announce the signing of an asset acquisition agreement with FORVIS, LLP, a leading public accounting and consulting firm. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both organizations, solidifying their commitment to innovation and growth in the construction technology sector and is expected to close…
FTC Non-Compete Ban: What Employers Need to Know
The Federal Trade Commission’s new rule banning non-compete clauses is effective September 4, 2024 and will impact those in the construction industry. The ban applies to both employees and independent contractors, and pre-existing non-compete agreements will be void. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Non-Compete Ban: The ban is broad and invalidates any new non-competes entered…
New Changes to American Arbitration Association (AAA) Construction Rules
Many construction contracts, especially on private projects, contain alternative dispute resolution provisions. These provisions often incorporate the Construction Industry Rules and Mediation Procedures of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). These Rules and Procedures were revised effective March 1, 2024. Among the changes are the following: It is important for those engaged in the construction industry…
From Blueprints to Briefs: Poyner Spruill Attorneys Utilize Their Construction Backgrounds in Their Law Practices
Wouldn’t it be nice to talk to an attorney who understands what it’s like to work in construction? That’s exactly what you get with Poyner Spruill LLP attorneys Ben Buskirk, PE, and Jamie Blue, PE. They both started their careers in the construction industry before transitioning to practicing law. Ben and Jamie are integral members…
New OSHA Emphasis Program Targeting Warehouses and Distribution Centers
OSHA has launched a three-year National Emphasis Program targeting warehouses and distribution centers. Beginning this fiscal year this Program will extend through the middle of 2026. National Emphasis Programs are temporary programs focusing OSHA resources on specific hazards and industries engaged in high hazard operations. Under this new Program, OSHA will conduct comprehensive safety inspections…
Parker Poe Announces New Partners for 2024
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP is pleased to announce the election of eight new partners for 2024. John Amabile, Beth Morris, and Reagan Sauls in Atlanta; Tiffany Burba, Catherine Clodfelter, and Laura Goode in Raleigh; Robert Osborne in Charleston; and Megan Dunham in Charlotte were voted into the firm’s partnership. A seasoned commercial litigator, John…
Year-End Round-Up for Retirement Plans
The end of the year is fast approaching. Before calendars fill up too much with parties and PTO, now is a good time to take stock of year-end notice requirements for plan sponsors. As a quick reference, included below are some common year-end notices for retirement plans and important things to consider: 401(k) and 403(b)…
Four Tips for Construction Firms to Reduce the Risk of a Tax Audit
With an ever-expanding web of tax regulations being applied to the construction industry, including construction specific provisions such as energy efficiency credits, tax season can be particularly stressful for construction companies. Construction projects often involve complex financial transactions among dozens of entities, making the specter of an audit particularly daunting. These four tips can help…
