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Gary M. Stein
Co-Managing Partner | Peckar & Abramson, P.C.Adam E. Richards
Member | Dickinson Wright LLPManaging Construction Claims in 2026: Strategies for Handling Change Orders and Project Delays | Live CLE Construction Law Webinar
Broadcast Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET) | On-Demand Available 24 Hours Later
The construction industry in 2026 faces unprecedented challenges regarding supply chain volatility and labor shortages, making efficient claim management vital for project success. Navigating the nuances of change orders and unexpected delays requires a proactive legal and operational strategy to protect profit margins and maintain project timelines.
In this CLE webinar, Gary Stein, Co-Managing Partner at Peckar & Abramson, P.C. and Adam E. Richards, Member at Dickinson Wright LLP, will provide expert insights into modern claim mitigation. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape and the essential tools needed to resolve complex disputes before they escalate into costly litigation.
What You Will Learn in this Webinar:
- The latest legal standards for documenting and substantiating change orders in 2026.
- Effective methods for calculating and proving delay-related damages in a shifting economy.
- Proactive contract drafting techniques to allocate risk and minimize potential claims.
- Proven negotiation strategies for reaching favorable settlements in complex construction disputes.
Why Attend This Webinar?
By attending this CLE Construction Law webinar, you will:
- The latest legal standards for documenting and substantiating change orders in 2026.
- Effective methods for calculating and proving delay-related damages in a shifting economy.
- Proactive contract drafting techniques to allocate risk and minimize potential claims.
- Proven negotiation strategies for reaching favorable settlements in complex construction disputes.
Agenda
SEGMENT 1:
Adam E. Richards, Member, Dickinson Wright LLP
- Developing project and executive-level oversight for high-stakes construction risk management.
- Pros and cons of multi-tiered dispute resolution clauses in prime/master agreements.
- Strategic risk allocation between owners and contractors to prevent systemic delays.
- Integrating insurance and bonding considerations into the comprehensive claim management process.
SEGMENT 2:
Gary M. Stein, Co-Managing Partner, Peckar & Abramson, P.C.
- Navigating strict notice requirements to preserve the right to claim adjustments and extensions.
- Utilizing advanced schedule analysis and the Critical Path Method (CPM) to validate delay impacts.
- Managing pass-through claims and subcontractor disputes during active project execution.
- Best practices for real-time evidence gathering and digital project documentation for litigation readiness.
- Analyzing recent 2026 case law trends regarding the enforceability of “no damages for delay” clauses.
Who Should Attend
- Construction Lawyers
- Contractors and Subcontractors
- Contract Administrators
- Contract Managers
- Project Managers
- Insurance Lawyers
- Risk Managers
- Construction Industry Executives
- General Counsel from Construction Industry
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Join this CLE construction law webinar to explore the latest trends and challenges shaping construction claim management in 2026. Learn practical strategies for addressing change order disputes, managing delay and disruption claims, strengthening documentation and entitlement analysis, and proactively mitigating risk—while earning CLE credit in a program designed for construction owners, contractors, and legal professionals.
Please check the credit section below for the details for your state and do not hesitate to contact the Knowledge Group if you have any questions.
Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: General knowledge of construction law
Course Code: 1411678 | Total Credit: 1.0
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.00 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2024
Pending CLE Application: MS, GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply: AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements: DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE: AK, AZ, HI, IL
For additional information, please contact your state MCLE board.
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take the Course" button if you have not already registered.
- Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
- Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
- Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
- Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
- On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
- Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.