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Fennemore is pleased to highlight a significant and favorable development for Colorado’s construction industry. On April 6, 2026, the Colorado Supreme Court issued a landmark decision on Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction Co. v. Regional Rail Partners, clarifying the scope of recoverable claims under the Colorado Public Works Act —bringing long-ne…

Nevada Lawyer April 2026, State Bar of Nevada, reprinted with permission. Nevada has a long-standing history rooted in mining. What is new, and legally consequential, is the ever-increasing role Nevada now plays in the nation’s broader critical minerals supply chain. As federal policy pushes aggressively toward domestic production of lithium, cop…

For claimants with unpatented mining claims, now is a good time to assess legal risks. Rising metal prices and renewed focus on domestic mineral supplies have spurred a resurgence in mining activity on federal lands across the West. In January, gold prices crested at a record $5,000 per ounce. This followed the addition of ten new minerals to the U…

Construction insurance is not a predictable risk—it is an escalating one. Claims are rising in both frequency and severity, driven by labor shortages, increasing project complexity, and a more aggressive litigation environment. Financial exposure is accelerating as well. U.S. liability losses have climbed by tens of billions over the past decade,…

As seen in the Sports Business Journal. It’s almost here. The time when brands are finalizing social content calendars and pushing through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals with student athletes ahead of March Madness. Attention spikes, timelines compress, and brands are readying “tournament-season” posts that feel timely and shareable. T…

At Fennemore, our attorneys each bring their own experiences and perspectives to the work they do for clients and their communities. We recently sat down with Chelsie Adams, Director and Las Vegas Office Managing Partner, to learn more about her path to litigation and what continues to motivate her in the profession. In the conversation below, Chel…