In a feature for Lexpert Magazine, Gleb Matushansky examines the growing role of AI in the construction industry, the legal implications for construction lawyers, as well as the opportunities and challenges of adopting this transformative technology.
Lawyers may see themselves or others in the profession as luddites – but, specifically in the context of construction law, we should reflect on the nascent integration of construction and artificial intelligence and prepare for what is to come.
In 2024, capital expenditures for non-residential construction were $230 billion for Canada, and $112 billion for Ontario. As of September 2024, construction made up $164.7 billion of Canada’s total GDP – approximately 7.3%. Construction is an important industry, both domestically and abroad, and despite notable moments (COVID-19 effects, recent economic downturns) has maintained a steady growth.
Read the full article: How artificial intelligence is transforming construction law and suggested practices
