Someone used ChatGPT to redline a construction contract. The wording looked like it came straight from a lawyer. Only problem? It was arguing against their own position.
In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Michael Vardaro, a construction attorney with 30 years of experience based in New York City, and we got to learn about how AI is reshaping construction law, why it's a powerful tool but a terrible replacement for professional judgment, and the groundbreaking new AAA AI arbitrator that could change how disputes get resolved... and much more.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ How AI tools like Firmus AI are catching scope conflicts and potential change orders before they turn into litigation
✅ The real story behind the AAA's new AI arbitrator and what it actually means for construction disputes
✅ Why the "AI will kill lawyer fees" headline is misleading, and what the CAD revolution taught us about technology and professional services
✅ The hidden danger of AI meeting minutes in construction, and how they could actually make your legal position worse
🎧 Watch now on Youtube and Spotify. Link in the comments
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:20 AI's Impact on Construction Law
08:27 Use Cases of AI in Construction
15:34 AI Tools for Contract Negotiation
20:55 The Role of AI in Legal Services
26:43 AI's Effect on Legal Business Models
31:10 Harnessing AI in Construction Litigation
36:11 The Role of AI in Arbitration
42:21 Communication Challenges in Construction
48:08 The Impact of AI on Meeting Minutes
54:19 Common Mistakes in Construction Contracts
56:56 Future of AI in Construction Law
