Kahana Feld Opens New Office in Sacramento, Adding Key Litigator and Expanding Northern California Footprint
August 24, 2026 —
Kahana FeldIRVINE, CA – Aug. 11, 2026 – Kahana Feld is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Sacramento, CA. This will be the firm’s 19th office across the United States. Partner Melvin F. Marcia has joined Kahana Feld and will lead the opening of the Sacramento office. He is joined by attorneys
Matthew Brenner and
Britney Lucchesi as well as paralegal Michelle Welcker.
“We’re excited to welcome Melvin to the Kahana Feld team and expand our footprint in Northern California,” said Amir Kahana, Firmwide Managing Partner of Kahana Feld. “His addition strengthens Kahana Feld’s capabilities and will allow us to work more closely with our general liability, construction defect, and labor and employment clients in the Sacramento area while continuing to provide the level of service and experience they have come to expect from our firm.”
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Texas Adopts New Procedural Rules for Summary Judgment Motions: What You Need To Know
July 13, 2026 —
Conor G. Bateman & Marsha Cotton - Snell & WilmerOn March 1, 2026, sweeping amendments to Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 166a took effect, fundamentally changing how Texas courts handle summary judgment motions — from filing and briefing through disposition. Whether representing a plaintiff or defendant, Texas litigants and attorneys must understand these new rules and their impact on case strategy and timelines. These procedural changes carry particular significance for construction litigants.
Background: The Prior Rule
Texas summary judgment practice has long diverged from the federal model. The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure recognize two types of summary judgment motions: (1) the traditional motion for summary judgment, and (2) the “no-evidence” motion for summary judgment. The no-evidence motion — unique to Texas — may be filed only after adequate time for discovery has passed. No bright-line rule governs that determination; it depends on the unique circumstances of each case.
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Conor G. Bateman, Snell & Wilmer and
Marsha Cotton, Snell & Wilmer
Mr. Bateman may be contacted at cbateman@swlaw.com
Ms. Cotton may be contacted at mcotton@swlaw.com
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Thomson Reuters Construction Law (Virginia Practice Series)
March 31, 2026 —
Jennifer L. Harris & Michael A. Branca - Peckar & Abramson, P.C.P&A Partners Michael A. Branca and Jennifer L. Harris have authored the most recent edition (2025) of Construction Law (Virginia Practice Series), part of Thomson Reuters’ ProView legal reference library. Associate
Julia Loudenburg also provided substantial assistance for this edition.
Construction Law includes summaries and analysis of statutes, regulations, and cases. It covers all major legal issues, including:
- Licensing
- Building code compliance
- Public-private partnerships
- Public contract bidding and performance
- Dispute resolution
- Damages
- Third-party liability
- Liens and bonds
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Jennifer L. Harris, Peckar & Abramson, P.C. and
Michael A. Branca, Peckar & Abramson, P.C.
Ms. Harris may be contacted at jharris@pecklaw.com
Mr. Branca may be contacted at mbranca@pecklaw.com
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Wilke Fleury Attorneys Recognized by 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars!
July 20, 2026 —
Wilke FleuryWilke Fleury is pleased to announce that 18 of the firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
The annual Super Lawyers and Rising Stars selections recognize attorneys across a wide range of practice areas. This year’s honorees reflect the depth of Wilke Fleury’s litigation, business, healthcare, employment, bankruptcy, appellate, real estate, construction, and estate planning practices.
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Tampa Team Obtains Highly Favorable Verdict for Property Owner Client in Lawsuit over Traffic Accident
March 24, 2026 —
Lewis Brisbois NewsroomTampa Managing Partner John Rine and Partner Nick Dareneau obtained a very favorable verdict for their property owner client in a Sarasota County trial in a lawsuit arising from a traffic accident. At the end of closing arguments, plaintiff’s counsel requested appropriately $18 million from the jury. The jury returned a net verdict of just over a thousand dollars.
The plaintiff was on a scooter and was involved in an accident with an SUV in a parking lot intersection. Our firm represented the property owner. The plaintiffs argued that the landscape vegetation was too tall and violated the sight lines of the two drivers, and that the height of the shrubbery violated the owner’s landscaping contract and a local sight line ordinance. They also argued that the intersection lacked a stop sign in contrast to the other six parking lot entrances, which had stop signs.
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Arizona Supreme Court Clarifies Parties’ Post-Default Conduct Cannot Validate Void Default Orders
August 24, 2026 —
Joseph Kanefield, Ryan P. Hogan & Lilly M. Geiler - Snell & WilmerAfter filing a lawsuit, the first step is always serving process on the opposing party. While that preliminary step sounds basic enough, in McMahan v. Grasshopper, the Arizona Supreme Court recently provided a helpful refresher on the nuances of the service requirement and its importance in litigation for plaintiffs and defendants alike.1
Background
McMahan arose from a hit-and-run where a tractor-trailer collided with safety barricades and injured a construction worker. The construction worker sued the tractor-trailer company, and he attempted to serve the company by leaving a copy of the complaint with the assistant to the company’s statutory agent who forwarded the complaint to the company. The assistant, however, was not authorized to accept service on the company’s behalf. Before the company appeared in the action, the construction worker successfully obtained an entry of default.
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Joseph Kanefield, Snell & Wilmer,
Ryan P. Hogan, Snell & Wilmer and
Lilly M. Geiler, Snell & Wilmer
Mr. Kanefield may be contacted at jkanefield@swlaw.com
Mr. Hogan may be contacted at rhogan@swlaw.com
Ms. Geiler may be contacted at lgeiler@swlaw.com
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Landlord Determined to Not Qualify as Additional Insured
September 08, 2026 —
Tred R. Eyerly - Insurance Law HawaiiIn a dispute between two insurers, the Second Circuit affirmed the district court’s determination that the landlord was not an additional insured under the tenant’s policy. Peleus Ins. Co. v. Am. European Ins. Co., 2026 U.S. App. LEXIS 17981 June 22, 2026).
Blossom Miller sued 57th Avenue and 21st Century in state court alleging that she was injured when she tripped on the sidewalk in front of the leased premises (the “Miller Action”). The premises was leased by 57th Avenue to 21st Century.
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Tred R. Eyerly, Damon Key Leong Kupchak HastertMr. Eyerly may be contacted at
te@hawaiilawyer.com
A Green Light for Housing? What Executive Order 14394 Means for Your Next Project
May 26, 2026 —
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Prevailing Wages Don’t Stop at the Jobsite, Says Washington Court
Good Ole Duty to Defend
You Can Pay Me Now, or . . .
Fannie Overseer Moves to Rescue Housing With Lower Risk to Lenders
California’s One-Action Rule May Apply to Federal Lenders
Condominium Association Responsibility to Resolve Construction Defect Claims
Legislative Update: Bid Protest Law Changes to Benefit Contractors
President Trump Implements Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Maybe California Actually Does Have Enough Water
The Oregon Tort Claims Act (“OTCA”) Applies When a Duty Arises from Statute or Common Law and is Independent from The Terms of a Specific Contract. (OR)
Preparing For the Worst with Smart Books & Records
Ayushi Neogi Published in ADC Defense Comment on Arbitration in Evolving Plaintiff-Friendly Landscape
Retainage: What Contractors Need to Know and Helpful Strategies
The Word “Estimate” in a Contract Matters as to a Completion Date
Newmeyer Dillion Announces Jacqueline McCalla as Its Newest Partner
Taking Care of Infrastructure – Interview with Marilyn Grabowski
Wendel Rosen Attorneys Named as Fellows of the Construction Lawyers Society of America
Biden Administration Issues Buy America Guidance for Federal Infrastructure Funds
Water Seepage, Ensuing Mold Damage Covered by Homeowner's Policy
Res Judicata Not Apply to Bar Overlapping Damages in Separate Suits Against Contractor and Subcontractor
Illinois Town’s Bond Sale Halted Over Fraudulent Hotel Deals
The EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule: Are Contractors Aware of It?
California Supreme Court Clarifies Deadline to File Anti-SLAPP Motions in Light of Amended Pleadings
White and Williams LLP Secures Affirmation of Denial to Change Trial Settings Based on Plaintiffs’ Failure to Meet the Texas Causation Standard for Asbestos Cases
Wendel Rosen Construction Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers
Architectural Democracy – Interview with Pedro Aibéo
When Must a New York Insurer Turn Over a Copy of the Policy?
Amid the Chaos, Trump Signs Executive Order Streamlining Environmental Permitting and Disbands Infrastructure Council
2026 Southern California Super Lawyers Recognizes 14 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys
OSHA Updates: New Submission Requirements for Injury and Illness Records
Colorado Supreme Court Weighs in on Timeliness of Claims Against Subcontractors in Construction Defect Actions
Living Not So Large: The sprawl of television shows about very small houses
Not So Universal Design Fails (guest post)
Congratulations to Haight Attorneys Selected to the 2020 Southern California Super Lawyers List
There Is No Sympathy If You Fail to Read Closely the Final Negotiated Construction Contract
Safety Guidance for the Prevention of the Coronavirus on Construction Sites
Court Upholds $68M Jury Award Over 2021 Fatal Fall in Philadelphia
Texas Granted Primacy Over Class VI Carbon Storage Wells
Workplace Safety–the Unpreventable Employee Misconduct Defense
“Bee” Careful: Unique Considerations When Negotiating a Bee Storage Lease Agreement
Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claim Against Insurer Survives Motion to Dismiss
Safety Accusations Fly in Dispute Between New York Developer and Contractor
Construction Injuries Under the Privette Doctrine. An Electrifying, but Perhaps Not Particularly Shocking, Story . . .
Hunton Insurance Partner, Larry Bracken, Elected to the American College of Coverage Counsel
New Megablimp to Deliver to Remote Alaskan Construction Sites
MGM Begins Dismantling of the Las Vegas Harmon Tower
Constructive Change Directives / Directed Changes
Suspend the Work, but Don’t Get Fired
Prevailing HOAs Not Entitled to Attorneys’ Fees in Enforcement Actions Brought Under Davis-Stirling
CRH to Buy Building-Products Firm Laurence for $1.3 Billion
Meritage Acquires Legendary Communities
Select the Best Contract Model to Mitigate Risk and Achieve Energy Project Success
Colorado Legislature Kills SB 20-138 – A Bill to Extend Colorado’s Statute of Repose
New WOTUS Rule
Newmeyer & Dillion Announces New Partner Bahaar Cadambi
Stephen Henning Receives “Legend of an Era” Award
City in Ohio Sues Over Alleged Roof Defects
How New York City Plans to Soak Up the Rain
Traub Lieberman Partner and Firm Co-Chair Lisa L. Shrewsberry Named Top 25: 2025 Westchester County Super Lawyers®
At Least 32 Dead in Massive US Storm, Extreme Risks Remain
Coverage for Construction Defects Barred by Business Risk Exclusions
Mind The Gap!
Bailout for an Improperly Drafted Indemnification Provision
Segal McCambridge Shareholders and Associates Recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers in America®
