Federal Judge Greenlights Breach of Contract Suit Over Merrimack River Bridge Design Dispute

U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper has allowed a contract lawsuit involving claims of defective design related to the Merrimack River Bridge rehabilitation in Haverhill, Massachusetts to move forward. The case revolves around Cianbro Corp.’s breach of contract claim against two engineering firms, which the judge ruled is not barred by the statute of limitations. The outcome of this litigation could have significant implications for future infrastructure projects in terms of contract performance and accountability. For more details, view the full ruling here.