Philadelphia Construction Law Blog

Kaplin Stewart Construction attorneys Robert Korn with assistance from paralegal Lynne Scott, successfully represented a contractor client in a breach of contract action and for violation of the Pennsylvania Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act.

Kaplin Stewart lawyers  have successfully completed a 2½ week jury trial in Jersey City, New Jersey with a verdict in favor of their client, Vincent Pools, Inc., against the general contractor, the owner, and the payment bond surety. 

Several members of Kaplin Stewart’s construction law department were recently recognized for their representation of the firm’s construction clients. Robert Korn, and Andy Cohn were named as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, while Mohammad Ghiasuddin was named a Rising Star. All 4 are part of the list published in Philadelphia Magazine and the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Magazine.

On Thursday, May 9, 2013, Kaplin Stewart’s construction law department will be offering a free program on OSHA regulations in the construction industry.  Using clips from Oscar nominated films to cover the material, the firm will add a little fun to a very serious topic.  The program will take place from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at Kaplin Stewart.  Breakfast will be provided.

Robert Korn, a partner in the construction law department at Kaplin Stewart, will be one of 3 featured speakers at a presentation for the Montgomery County Bar Association on Tuesday, April 9, 2013.  The program on the drafting of arbitration clauses is a CLE class aimed at all members of the bar.  Mr. Korn will be joined by two other experienced and respected attorneys, Steve Yusem and Judith Meyer.  Among the topics to be covered are the qualifications and selection of arbitrators, discovery, and enforcing arbitration awards.