Woolford Law PC

Woolford Law attorneys regularly publish a variety of articles and present speeches to professional and industry groups to help clients understand, navigate and stay current on the legal issues that affect their business and industry. Below is an abbreviated list of Woolford Law's publications and presentations. Articles can be accessed by clicking on the title.

	SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

	“Severance Agreements Can Prevent Wrongful Termination and Discrimination Claims” Spokesman, March 2013.

	“Legal Brief: Protesting Bids on Public Construction Projects” Construx, February 2013.

	“Legal Brief: Shop drawing and submittal process risks” Construx, January 2013.

	“Legal Brief: Don’t Underestimate the Importance of “Waiver of Liens” Forms” Construx, October 2012.

	“Legal Brief: Understanding the rules on payment for travel time” Construx, June 2012.

	“Legal Brief: Changes to Act 24 pertaining to people working in schools will affect many contractors” Construx, May 2012.

	“Legal Brief: The critical distinction between design and performance specification” Construx, March 2012.

	“Exactly what design defects must a bidder search for and disclose pre-bid?” Construx, February 2012.

	“Most “Pay-if-Paid” Clauses Enforceable Under Recent Federal Court Case” Construx, January 2012.

	“Withholding undisputed funds based on your refusal to sign a release is illegal” Construx, December 2011.

	“Beating “exculpatory” contract clauses to recover on your claim” Construx, November 2011.

	“Condition your bid to negotiate a better contract” Construx, October 2011.

	“The basics of delay claims for home office overhead using the Eichleay Formula” Construx, September 2011.

	“Steps for GCs to limit costs following subcontractor default” Construx, August 2011.

	“Court Expands Mechanic’s Lien Law in Favor of Excavators and Site Contractors” Construx, July 2011.

	“The Architect’s Duty to Inspect: Exactly What Does It Mean?” Construx, June 2011.

	“Understanding Your CGL Insurance Policy to Reduce Risk” Construx, May 2011.

	“Protect Yourself in the Contract against Escalating Materials Prices” Construx, April 2011.

	“The Complex Task of Resolving Disagreements on the Meaning of Contract Terms” Construx, March 2011.

	“Address the Unique Risks of Green Building in the Contract” Construx, February 2011.

	“Intro to Gas Company Contracts Involving Work in the Marcellus Shale Region” Construx, January 2011.

	“Legal Issues with Building Information Modeling” Construx, December 2010.

	“New Law Targets Use of Independent Contractors in Construction” Construx, November 2010.

	“Proposed Changes to Lien Law in HB 1960 Could Affect All Private Projects” Construx, October 2010.

	“Avoid Blame for Delays and Extra Costs Caused by Sole-source Specifications” Mid Atlantic BX, September 2010.

	“The Doctrine of Substantial Performance to Defeat Excessive Withholding of Payment” Mid Atlantic BX, August 2010.

	“Contractor Alert: The Use of Construction Change Directives as a Tool to Limit Exposure for Extra Work” Mid Atlantic BX, July 2010.

	“The Pros and Cons of Mediation, Arbitration & Litigation” Mid Atlantic BX, June 2010.

	“Government Tightening Screws on Classifying Workers as Independent Contractors” Mid Atlantic BX, May 2010.

	“Cancelled Projects and the Termination for Convenience Clause” Mid Atlantic BX, April 2010.

	“Should I pay attention to indemnification clauses?” Spokesman Magazine ‘Ask an Attorney', April 2010.

“Watch Out for Dangerous Indemnification Clauses” Mid Atlantic BX, March 2010.

“Bidding on Public Projects: Big Changes Underway” Mid Atlantic BX, February 2010.

“What to Expect When a Contractor Defaults Due to Financial Problems” Mid Atlantic BX, January 2010.

“The Green Building Revolution: Protect Yourself Against the Legal Risks” Mid Atlantic BX, December 2009.

“Recent Court Case Will Affect Enforceability Of Pay-If-Paid Clauses” Mid Atlantic BX, November 2009.

“New Requirements for Construction Projects Funded by the Economic Stimulus Package” Mid Atlantic BX, October 2009.

“A Primer On Non-Compete Agreements” Mid Atlantic BX, September 2009.

“Which Employees are exempt from overtime pay?” Mid Atlantic BX, August 2009.

“Construction Delays Caused By Weather” Mid Atlantic BX, July 2009.

“Prevailing Wage Compliance, Sink or Swim” Mid Atlantic BX, June 2009.

“The 2008 'Home Improvement Practice Act' - New Contractor Requirements Take Effect in July” Mid Atlantic BX, May 2009.

“Tips To Avoid Financial Catastrophe In This Tight Economy” Mid Atlantic BX, April 2009.

“How Can I Protect My Right To Payment In These Tough Economic Times?” Spokesman Magazine, February 2009.

“What steps can I take to speed up final payment?” Spokesman Magazine ‘Ask an Attorney', September 2008.

“The Release and Waiver Frenzy: How to Deal with the Downside of the New Lien Law” Spokesman Magazine ‘Ask an Attorney', September 2007.

“Third Party Insurance Coverage for Mold Claims: Are Construction Professionals Covered By Their CGL Policies?” American Bar Association Construction Litigation Committee’s Construct! Magazine, Winter 2004 and On-Line Extra of Fall 2003 Edition.

“The Green Buildings Trend: Are You Prepared?” Construction Newsline, Associated Builders & Contractors of Western Pennsylvania, April 2004.

“The Pennsylvania Mechanic’s Lien Law: What Every Subcontractor Should Know.” Interior Finishers and Contractors Association, Finish Line, December 2005.

“What Does a Subcontractor Need to Know About the Pennsylvania Mechanic’s Lien Law?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, January 2006.

“Can a Subcontractor Renege on a Bid Without Liability and What Costs Should be Included in a Delay Claim?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, April 2004 and October 2004.

“What Is the Legal Standard Pertaining to Recovery For Differing Site Conditions?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, September 2005.

“What Types of Documents Should be Maintained in Order to Give Me the Best Chance to Recover on My Claim?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, October 2003.

“What is the ‘Paid-When-Paid’ or ‘Pay-If-Paid’ Clause, and Can a General Contractor Refuse to Pay a Subcontractor on This Basis?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, March 2005.

“The Mold Hysteria: ABC Members Should Make Sure They’re Properly Insured.” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, November 2003.

“Can a Contractor Recover for Labor Cost Overruns Even When the Project Finished on Time?” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, April 2004.

“Contractors Can Now Recover from Design Professionals for Defective Plans.” Associated Builders and Contractors Spokesman Magazine, June 2005.

“How can I gain more leverage to negotiate a better contract? ” Spokesman, August 2006.




SELECTED SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Legal and Contractual Issues in Building Information Modeling. On November 6, 2010, Tim was a featured speaker at Spotts Stevens and McCoy Group’s workshop on BIM and Revit attended by over 35 outside A/E firms and design-build contractors in which he addressed the unique legal and contractual issues posed by BIM.

Presenter/Speaker: “Understanding Contract Clauses” American Subcontractors Association of Central Pennsylvania, September 8, 2009.

Presenter/Speaker: “Certified Payroll Training and Prevailing Wage Issues” Mid Atlantic Builders Exchange, July 17, 2009.

Presenter/Facilitator: American Subcontractors’ Association of Central Pennsylvania Contract Study Group: Flow Down Clauses, Implied & Express Warranties, Construction Scheduling & Delays. September 6, 2007, January 3, 2008 and May 1, 2008.

“Working With the New Mechanic’s Lien Law: Practical Considerations for Dealing with the Changes" Joint Conference of Mid Atlantic Builders Exchange & American Subcontractors Association, Harrisburg, PA June 5, 2007, Speaker and Panelist.

"Regional Construction Summit: Project Documentation." American Subcontractors Association of Central Pennsylvania, Hershey, PA, October 18, 2006.

“The Fundamentals of Construction Contracts: Understanding the Issues in Pennsylvania.” Lorman Education Services, Allentown, PA, June 23, 2006.

	“Comprehensive Construction Law.” Lorman Education Services, Harrisburg, PA, May 23, 2006.

	“AIA Contracts.” Lorman Education Services, Lancaster, PA, May 9, 2006.

	“Project Documentation.” ABC Keystone Construction Academy, School of Project Management Court, January 27, 2005.

	“The Steel Crisis: Legal Avenues to Relief, Relevant Contract Provisions and Tips for Negotiating Change Orders.” ABC Delaware, April 12, 2004 (joint presentation with Edward Seglias).

	“Mold Claims: What Can Contractors Do To Protect Themselves?” ABC Keystone Construction Expo, March 17, 2004.

	“A Checklist for Preventing Mold Claims.” Harrisburg Builder’s Exchange, March 4, 2004.

	“Mold Claims; What Do They Mean for Contractors?” Continuing Education for Lawyers, sponsored by The Insurance Society of Philadelphia.