Construction Project Litigation During COVID-19

As the COVID-19 pandemic approaches the one-year mark in Texas, the effects of the pandemic on the construction industry are still being felt. Construction companies continue to face challenges in keeping job sites active, productive, and safe for contractors and employees. Texas may be recovering slowly as vaccine distribution has been delayed and new, more contagious virus strains are appearing; however, construction projects are moving forward, and construction companies must take preventative action to keep their projects and assets safe from coronavirus-related litigation. COVD-19 related lawsuits have been filed across the country and range in subject matter, from personal injury to breach of contract to insurance coverage litigation.