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    Introduction As modular and prefabricated construction methods are increasingly adopted, so too are the potential challenges that come with them. The appeal is straightforward: faster timelines, controlled fabrication environments, and reduced on-site labor demands. But the risks that accompany these benefits are often less clear—and, in many cases, poorly defined. For example, what happens when a prefabricated component is delayed past its installation window? Who is responsible for a defect discovered inside a sealed, installed module? What happens to warranty obligations when a prefabricated component must be modified on site? Read the full story...
    Reprinted courtesy of Jack Mayo, Jones Walker LLP
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    Celebrating Freedom: The Overlooked Freedom to Contract in Commercial Insurance

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    Reprinted courtesy of Aarni Heiskanen, AEC Business
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    HHMR Attorneys Steve Heisdorffer and Dave McLain Named to 2026 Super Lawyers List

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    Reprinted courtesy of Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC

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    Reprinted courtesy of Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP

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    Reprinted courtesy of James Leggate, Engineering News-Record
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