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WPL webinars have served hundreds of participants with insightful, thought-provoking and action- oriented discussions of our industry — straight from the minds of those in the know.
Upcoming Events:
What Happens When Green Becomes Code? Do Buildings Get Better or Do Lawyers Get Richer?
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
The inevitable is about to happen and most people don’t even know it is coming – green buildings are going to become, by codification, the law of the land. For some organizations, this will just mean business as usual. For other firms, this change will be cataclysmic. ASHRAE produces standards that are adopted by most model building codes, and the ASHRAE Draft Standard 189.1P is the new “Standard for Design of High Performance Green Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings.” Join experts George H. DuBose and Richard Scott of Liberty Forensics Group as they guide you on how to minimize project risks when building green! For detaiils, click here.
LEED AP O+M Exam Preparation Webinar Program
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
The LEED AP O+M credential provides a credible accreditation for individuals that participate in the operation and maintenance of existing buildings and LEED projects (e.g. facilities managers and staff, owners, brokers, contractors, etc.). The intent of this accreditation is to provide third-party validation of knowledge of green building operations and maintenance practices and LEED and the ability to maximize this knowledge in the maintenance and operation of existing buildings. The LEED AP O+M exam tests a candidate's knowledge and skill in understanding of green building practices and all the LEED rating systems and ability to facilitate the project certification process. For details, click here.
Differing Site conditions: The Big Game of Shifting Risk
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Differing site conditions are frequent sources of dispute between owners and contractors. Many contractors proceed with work under changed conditions with the misconception that conditions at the site, which they neither expected nor included in their bid, automatically constitute extras and should be addressed as such. Unfortunately, this assumption can lead to costly disputes between the parties of a construction project. This exclusive presentation will discuss the various scenarios involving differing site condition claims, and how the construction industry deals with those claims, both via contract and in the courts. You will be more prepared to identify those situations where differing site condition claims might arise, and understand what the parties’ various rights and remedies might be.
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The 10 Most Commonly Overlooked Considerations in Preparing for an Epic Construction Arbitration Encounter
Thursday, September 23, 2010
In a large, complex construction arbitration, thee are a number of what seem to be obvious or mundane matters, mechanics and subtle nuances that are often disregarded. Parties to and arbitration can dramatically increase their effectiveness by taking these issues into accound in preparing for an arbitration. This 90-minute webinar, led by Randall L. Erickson, an experienced arbitrator, will address the 10 most commonly overlokked considerations, offering simple but critically important tips to ensure a smooth-running and results-oriented arbitration. Participants will come away with practical strategies which will radically enhance their likelihood of success in effectively arbitrating a large, complex construction case. For details, click here.
