Under what authority can the contracting officer terminate a contract for default or cause? When assessing costs associated with the Termination for Default Clause, you must first understand the government’s rights. Under government contracts law, if your contract contains the Default clause at 52.249-8, the Government has the right, subject to… Read more »
Contract Claims Certification and Appeals Requirements When reviewing the Contract Disputes Act certification requirements for litigation and appeals, a costly mistake made by government contractors is to submit a claim against the government but not follow the claim certification requirements of the Act. Another mistake is to file a government… Read more »
Common Management and identity of interest are part of affiliation disputes raised in a small business size protest. However, you must be fully aware of the legal issues and how lawyers analyze them. You do not want to lose out in a SBA size appeal by taking on the case… Read more »
Contractors often have questions about meaningful discussions under FAR 15.306 in the agency source selection process. With many GAO bid protests being filed for lack of meaningful discussions between the Government and offerors, it is important to understand the rules. Meaningful discussions have been seen consistently in GAO protest… Read more »
The EEOC hostile work environment laws in Colorado are frequently misinterpreted and misconstrued. A hostile work environment goes beyond the grumpy boss and disgruntled employees. If you are a Colorado employer that needs help in a current case, call our Denver workplace retaliation defense lawyers for immediate help. As employers,… Read more »
Note: President Trump repealed the Executive Order when it comes to hiring incumbent employees. Did the contracting officer change your contract clauses? If not, does the rule still apply? Although the Executive Order has Been Repealed, Companies Must still be aware that they can still be found affiliated by hiring… Read more »
DOD small business agreements and contracts, especially teaming agreement contracts, are commonplace in today’s federal marketplace. Government DOD contracts get larger and more complex. Small companies cannot keep up with the increased resources that it takes to bid for and perform more major federal contracts. As a result, small businesses seek out other… Read more »
A contract dispute may come in varying shapes and sizes. Whether you are a Government contractor or a Small Business, contracts dispute can take a toll on your work and ultimately cost you money. While the best option is to have an attorney draft or review any contract before signing,… Read more »
Non compete agreement clause definition, restrictive covenants, or a covenant not to compete in Colorado is a contract by the restricted party (e.g. an employee) not to engage in business activity that is in competition with the other, protected party (e.g. an employer). The Colorado Non compete Statute can be mere restrictive covenants provision… Read more »
Meeting the Material Breach Definition is Essential to Winning Your Case The material breach of contract definition is one that goes directly to the crust of the agreement. When there is a dispute, and you are bringing a claim, then is the time to claim that the alleged breach was… Read more »