Norm Streu co-authors article for Construction Business magazine

Harper Grey construction and engineering lawyer, Norm Streu, recently co-authored an article published in Construction Business magazine titled, “Downing Tools: A Powerful but Risky Strategy.”

The article reviews a recent case in which a contractor employed the ‘downing of tools’ tactic, ceasing work due to non-payment. Subsequently, the court ruled that the contractor had failed to adhere to contractual terms when requesting additional payment. This verdict serves as a stark reminder of the pitfalls associated with employing a stop-work strategy. Read the full article here.

For nearly three decades, Norm has been a leader in British Columbia’s construction industry and has established a reputation for thinking like a business partner and providing straight-forward, business-focused advice. Read more about Norm and his specific expertise here.