Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to perform tasks related to construction projects, including structural calculations, cost estimates, schedules, code compliance checks, and various other functions. Yet none of the industry’s standard contract templates contain provisions prescribing responsible use of AI or allocating potential liability that could result from its use. In addition, many property and casualty insurers have issued standardized AI exclusions that became effective in policies renewing on or after January 1, 2026. Therefore, it is advisable to include language in construction contracts that targets the use of artificial intelligence. Construction attorney Greg Parsons takes a look at this issue in this Stites & Harbison Client Alert.

Artificial intelligence is changing how businesses operate, compete, and generate revenue. Now, it may also be changing how borrowers negotiate their loan documents.

Force majeure provisions have traditionally addressed extraordinary events beyond a party’s control, such as natural disasters, wars, or pandemics. But should a borrower be entitled to relief from its loan obligations when AI disrupts its business?

Mary Lu Noah takes a look at those questions in this Stites & Harbison Client Alert.

On September 28, 2026, the U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act of 2026 (S. 4668) (the “Act”) with broad bipartisan support in a 77-22 vote. While this marks the most significant legislative milestone to date for establishing a national framework for college athletics, the U.S. House of Representatives must still approve the same legislation, or both chambers must resolve any policy differences, before the bill can be presented to the President. In the meantime, the political calendar presents a separate set of challenges, as the House is not scheduled to reconvene until after the midterm elections. Brian Cromer and Daniel Boswell take a look at what’s next in this Stites & Harbison Client Alert.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (“Corps”) recently published a second proposed rule updating the definition of “waters of the United States” (“WOTUS”). This alert briefly describes the proposed changes, why it happened, and next steps.