Best Lawyers has released its 2026 Best Law Firm National rankings, and RIW’s Construction Litigation Practice has achieved a Tier 1 national ranking for the third year in a row! These rankings are determined by several factors, including peer reviews, reputation, quality of work, client satisfaction, and a thorough research process and places RIW among…
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Developers and contractors should be aware of indemnity provisions within their construction contracts that may unintentionally expand their liability beyond the regular six-year tort statute of repose. Massachusetts law sets time limits, known as statutes of limitation and repose, for when one party may sue another over construction defect claims. These time limits depend on…
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RIW’s Bradley Croft was recently quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on a significant Appeals Court decision in a construction case regarding whether a court can enforce an arbitrator’s interim order under the Massachusetts Arbitration Act. Typically only “final awards” from an arbitrator are subject to judicial confirmation. Here, the Massachusetts Appeals Court held that in…
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Chambers and Partners USA has once again recognized RIW’s Construction Practice Group as one of the top construction law firms in Massachusetts—one of only twelve firms statewide to earn this honor in 2025. This recognition reflects the outstanding work and dedication of our Construction team, led by Chair Kirk McCormick, alongside Kimberly Alley, Bradley Croft,…
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RIW President Bradley Croft has been ranked by Chambers and Partners USA as a top construction attorney in Massachusetts for the third year in a row. Chambers rankings are prestigious, well-known lists that spotlight top lawyers and law firms based on detailed research and feedback from clients and peers. They consider several criteria for their…
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Congratulations to RIW President Bradley Croft for being named Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Go To Construction Lawyer! To be considered for this list, an attorney must be an expert in their field with a proven track record, widely respected for their expertise in the law, trusted with referrals from peers, and known for creative, client-focused problem-solving….
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Best Lawyers has released its 2025 Best Law Firm National rankings, and RIW’s Construction Litigation Practice achieved a Tier 1 ranking for the second year in a row! These rankings are determined by several factors, including peer reviews, reputation, quality of work, client satisfaction, and a thorough research process and places RIW among the best…
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RIW is thrilled to share that President Bradley Croft has been named to the “Top 100 List” of Massachusetts Super Lawyers for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights the 100 attorneys who received the highest point totals among all Massachusetts attorneys during the Super Lawyers selection process which includes a statewide survey of lawyers,…
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In the most recent edition of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, RIW President Bradley Croft discusses the intricacies and impacts of the Prompt Payment Act after the SJC’s recent ruling in Business Interiors v. Graycor. Brad addresses the following questions: When does the Act apply and what is its purpose? What must a project owner do to avoid violating the Act? Under what circumstances…
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A leading authority on the Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act after obtaining the first judgment under that statute in the 2022 landmark case Tocci Building Corporation v. IRIV Partners, LLC, RIW was extensively quoted in this week’s Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly in an article about a similar pending case. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court heard oral argument…
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