FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. The direct costs of on-the-job injuries and deaths are clear in the form of workers’ compensation claims, medical expenses, and potential legal liability. Accident Prevention Training' Join Our Mailing List.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. Builder’s Risk Insurance General Liability Insurance Coverage Covers a building under construction—and often tools, equipment, and materials related to the project.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common construction liability issues and provide strategies to address them effectively.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

With growing scrutiny on job site dangers and liability concerns, prioritizing safety is crucial in sustaining a competitive edge. A Good Safety Record Presents You as a Lower Risk Liability Contractors frequently operate in risky and hazardous environments. demonstrates significantly lower past claims than the industry average.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 26, 2020

“May unintentionally faulty subcontractor work that damages an insured’s work product constitute an ‘accident’ under a commercial general liability insurance policy?” The Michigan Supreme Court disagreed, interpreting “accident” as broader than “fortuity.” 185 Mich.App.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. The more accidents and safety violations you have on a job, the more the job is going to cost; and the last time I checked you can’t submit a change order just because your team got hurt on the job! Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

You can practice safety and use common sense on the job, but there’s no way to predict when accidents or injuries might occur. Carpenter’s insurance is a financial instrument that helps protect your business if accidents, injuries, or illnesses occur in a work-related capacity. What is carpenter insurance?

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Accidents happen, especially in construction. Does a general contractor’s insurance cover their subcontractors’ accidents or mistakes? What this means is that financial losses caused by accidents, mistakes, and other issues that are the fault of the general contractor will be covered under the policy.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. If the construction company fails to keep the site safe, they could face liability. How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris. Violations of safety rules can lead to workplace accidents.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 12, 2014

The issue of whether comprehensive general liability (CGL) policies provide coverage for construction defects has been addressed differently by different courts, many of which conclude that they do not. In Ewing Constr. In Ewing Constr. Amerisure Ins. , 12-0661, 2014 WL 185035 (Tex. insurance litigation'

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. The statute of repose (similar to a statute of limitations) expired by 1982, extinguishing any liability by Sverdrup. This effectively wiped out the existing statute of repose and revived Sverdrups liability.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

Indemnification clauses are arguably the most important part of an agreement when an accident or dispute arises on a project. Any party who could face potential liability should be included as an indemnified party. This is an easy way to avoid unexpected liability.

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Levelset

MAY 23, 2022

Whether it’s the risk of an unexpected accident or a project running over schedule and costing you money, there are many things that can go wrong. It’s important to understand what this insurance covers, and how to get the most out of it if you need to file a claim. What does business interruption insurance cover ?

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Plumbing contractor’s insurance may help your business stay afloat if accidents or injuries occur on the job. A plumbing contractor’s insurance policy covers claims for property damage, but it may also help defend against lawsuits resulting from a work-related incident. Liability for damage.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 17, 2013

Opponents believe New York’s scaffolding law is too rigid, claiming the law awards negligent and even drunk construction workers. Opponents of the law also claim that it has increased the cost of liability insurance, making it challenging for contractors to obtain coverage and build in New York.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Some parties — like owners and GCs — will want some assurances that any not-at-fault, job-related accidents or injuries will not cause them financial harm. Aside from owners and GCs, a government entity may want to see proof of liability insurance. There are a few parties that might require a COI from your contracting business.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

In the case of catastrophic accidents, including fatalities or accidents resulting in multiple serious injuries, special care must be taken when it comes to the designation of company representatives. An effective company representative is essential to the company’s success in minimizing OSHA liability.

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Levelset

AUGUST 31, 2022

They offer a full range of business insurance policies, including general liability, commercial auto, workers’ compensation, and umbrella. They provide general liability, property, subcontractor, and cyber protection. Next does not offer specialty coverage, like builders’ risk or pollution liability. Find an agent. Nationwide.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 29, 2015

general liability, builder’s risk, workers’ compensation, professional liability) over different periods of time, there may be a dispute as to which carrier covers the loss. Ultimately, the court concluded that Insurance Company #2 had the duty to defend the claim. In a recent case, Cincinnati Insurance Co.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

Indemnification clauses are arguably the most important part of an agreement when an accident or dispute arises on a project. Any party who could face potential liability should be included as an indemnified party. This is an easy way to avoid unexpected liability.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Not all accidents that happen on jobs are large-scale and catastrophic. You pay pennies on the dollar for coverage that could range into the millions for general liability (GL) insurance, for example. General liability insurance : A GL policy may help cover the cost of bodily injury or property damage that occurs on a jobsite.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In short, an additional insured is typically another business entity or person who can be added to your business policy, securing the same liability protection that you do. The policyholder will also have certain duties to perform if an insurance claim is incurred and reported. Though not common, large and complex claims do occur.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. The contract may ask that each sub carry a liability amount of $2 million, for example. Who needs HVAC insurance?

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Construction Lawyer

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

The plaintiff’s allegation against SJ was for negligence because there was conduit and coiled wire in the vicinity of the accident. The owner and the general contractor filed cross-claims against SJ for indemnification. The court found that SJ was not negligent and dismissed that count. SJ filed a motion to dismiss these counts.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

” You may already have an insurance policy that offers coverage for business property and general liability. In that case, an installation floater makes good business sense when you consider that accidents, theft, and natural disasters do occur. But, therein lies the rub. . What materials does an installation floater cover?

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Selective Insurance recently released the results of a 10-year study of workplace injury trends , based on 110,000 workers’ compensation claims between 2011 and 2021. billion in workforce education.

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Construction Law

AUGUST 5, 2024

News Our regular news round up focusses on a National Audit Office report into the costs of scaling back the HS2 project; the Environment Agency blaming years of under investment for water sector problems; and a £3 million fine for fatal accident safety failings.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

Missouri law requires that an injured worker provide a written report of a workplace injury within 30 days of the date of the accident. In Missouri, the worker is required to give written notification within 30 days of having sustained the accident. When should an employee report a workplace injury to their employer?

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Construction Lawyer

JUNE 24, 2005

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. in a recent California Case , the appellate court reversed summary judgment in favor of a law firm and allowed an expert to proceed with an equitable contribution claim against the law firm that hired him. In the underlying action, a forklift accident killed the decedent.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

If a business entity invests in a qualifying project that meets certain requirements and is approved by the Alabama Department of Revenue, and maintains minimum annual requirements, the company may receive an annual credit against its income tax liability generated from the qualifying project.

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NH Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2018

He couldn’t sue A&M due to the Workers’ Compensation Law’s exclusivity provision, but he could and did sue the GC and the owner, claiming that they owed him a duty to maintain a safe working environment. The New Hampshire Supreme Court disagreed.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 13, 2009

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. 8-40575 (May 6, 2009), has held that the surviving spouse and children of a worker killed in an accident were bound by the decedent's employment agreement that contained an arbitration provision. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. Copyright Notice.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

It is a credit of five percent of the capital costs of a qualifying project, to be applied to the Alabama income tax liability or financial institution excise tax generated by the project income, each year for 20 years. The credit is 20 percent of the actual costs limited to the employer’s income tax liability.

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Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

A term describing the inflated, and/or deceptive, claims of using or delivering Building Information Modeling services or products. These goals are relevant whether the data are in storage, processing, or transit and whether threatened by malice or accident. V3 Definition*. BIM Wash(ing). BIM Proj Exec Planning Guide. Meta Model. .

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