Mediation clauses in construction contracts must use clear “condition precedent” language and bar filing suit until mediation concludes, or courts may allow litigation to proceed despite a contractual mediation step.
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Court Rules Mediation Clause Lacks Condition Precedent Language: Key Lessons for Construction Contracts

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