Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

The general contractor entered into an agreement with the City of New York Department of Sanitation to construct a garage. shall be deemed a conclusive waiver by the Contractor of any and all claims for damages for delay arising from such condition. Tully Construction Co. , For example, in Lee Masonry, Inc.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 5, 2012

It can also be used to support claims for delay and disruption. ” These clauses are common in subcontracts. A contractor may want flexibility in scheduling subcontracted work. When properly updated and maintained, the schedule is a powerful tool for project control and administration.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The alleged misrepresentations include issues related to subcontractor quotes, firm fixed prices, subcontracting plans, and more. Misrepresentation of firm fixed prices and acceptance of subcontract terms. Misrepresentation of the scope and value of work subcontracted to a key subcontractor.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Contractors have a means of shifting the risk of non-payment by the owner to its subcontractor by including a certain payment provisions in the subcontract agreement. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit concluded that a “pay if paid” clause in a subcontract was not ambiguous and, therefore, enforceable against the subcontractor.

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Constructlaw

APRIL 20, 2023

Relyant subcontracted with Federal Engineers and Constructors, Inc. (FE&C). Relyant later terminated its subcontract with FE&C. FE&C’s amended complaint included a claim for violation of the federal Prompt Payment Act (PPA). FE&C’s amended complaint also included claims for violation of the Tennessee PPA.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Three types of deployment – Contractor Led (subcontract design or joint venture) – Designer Led (subcontract construction or joint venture) – A single firm with both capabilities internally. Generally reduced number of claims and/or litigation issues. Ability for fast track/phased construction.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 27, 2016

I previously blogged about the rules relating to pass-through claims , where a prime contractor’s recovery from an owner for damages suffered by its subcontractor is limited in certain circumstances. In Kellogg Brown & Root Servs., million; and. million; and. million; and. million; and.

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Construction Lawyer

DECEMBER 28, 2007

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. Non-signatory bound by agreement to arbitrate. 15, 2007), the court held that a non-signatory to a contract that contained an agreement to arbitrate could be bound by the arbitration requirement. Buy cialis.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 15, 2022

agreement resolves claims of subcontracting kickbacks and bid rigging related to firm's past LOGCAP military operations support contract in Iraq. Justice Dept.

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NH Construction Law

MARCH 24, 2018

” Some contracts are even more limiting, expressly stating that if extra work is done without a signed change order, no additional compensation can be claimed. 659, 670 (2013), but not if the parties’ contract addresses the subject matter of the claim. Section 7.2.1 Should he suspend work, and risk being in breach?

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The subcontract agreement required the subcontractor to indemnify and hold harmless the contractor against claims of bodily injury resulting from the subcontractor’s work. The subcontract also required the subcontractor to include the contractor as an “Additional Insured” on its policy.

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Constructlaw

DECEMBER 1, 2022

RKI contracted with Ameriflow Energy Services LLC and Crescent Services LLC through two master service agreements (MSAs) and a series of work orders. Notably, it was unclear whether Crescent supplied those services under a subcontract agreement with Ameriflow or whether the two entities were somehow affiliated.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 11, 2016

While the definition of a default depends on the terms of the SDI policy, it is solely based on a failure to fulfill the terms of a covered subcontract. This allows the general contractor to make a claim and without interrupting the subcontractor’s work on the project. SDI is “pay first, question later, if necessary.” Fill out my.

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Construction Lawyer

JANUARY 19, 2015

Any claim arising out of or related to this Subcontract. Claims not resolved by mediation shall be decided by arbitration which, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise, shall be in accordance with the Construction Industry Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association currently in effect. .

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NH Construction Law

MAY 28, 2018

Before subcontracting any significant portion of a long term job to someone who isn’t known to be financially solvent, the wise general will ask for proof that the sub can carry the strain of weekly payroll through a monthly requisition procedure, with retainage. How does a GC protect itself? § 5.5(a)(6).)

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Levelset

APRIL 28, 2022

SDI helps general contractors cover the expenses that are incurred when a subcontractor fails to perform according to the terms of their agreement. If a subcontractor defaults on a project, the general contractor can make a claim with the insurance company to cover costs above their deductible and any loss reserve requirements.

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Pro Builder

JULY 20, 2021

The default provision says you will give the other side some notice (typically 48 hours or more) to fix the default, and if they don't adhere to this agreement, the contract can be terminated. For an owner, default usually is falling to pay when promised. . Yes, You Need One . Trade Contractors. Business Management Best Practices.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

For this reason, construction professionals must find better ways to craft and negotiate agreements. She recalls her experience speaking with a fellow attorney who had to go through a 129-page subcontract that could have been cut down to ten pages. Another common type of agreement is the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 2, 2012

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. provided that if arbitration is provided for in the "Contract Documents," Mortenson "in its sole discretion" may demand arbitration of any dispute under the subcontract. The  v.

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NH Construction Law

MARCH 13, 2019

Many contracts specify that an owner may terminate a contractor, and many subcontracts specify that a contractor may terminate a subcontractor, either for cause (i.e., ” Depriving a terminated contractor of an opportunity to cure defects was likewise the basis for rejecting defective workmanship claims in TRG Construction, Inc.

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Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

A good subcontractor will have his attorney review any agreement to make sure that the deal is an even one. Commonly litigated subcontract provisions. Commonly litigated subcontract provisions. Very important risk-shifiting devices – can determine a win or loss regarding a claim. Notice Provisions.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The JO is issued and approved upon agreement between the ORGANIZATION NAME Representative and the Contractor on the scope of work, performance time, and the price for that work. PLEASE NOTE: In occasions where the contractor is asked to provide materials, equipment, and/or subcontract pricing for work by direct bidding that may, or.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 31, 2021

​The time-honored method for parties to signify their agreement to a contract – a signature on a piece of paper – has had to adapt to the digital age, and the law has adapted with it. Those websites should be designed so as to minimize claims of surprise and lack of assent.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Business category : Some subcontracting businesses are more prone to losses than others. An insurance company will charge more premium for businesses that incur more claims for stolen or lost materials than other entities. This basis would typically include causes of loss such as fire, water, theft, and vandalism.

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NH Construction Law

MAY 20, 2023

When that is the case, can a general contractor with a pay-if-paid provision in its subcontracts hide behind that provision when the reason for owner nonpayment is the general contractor’s own default? JBC Merger Sub LLC v. Tricon Enterprises, Inc. , 145, 286 A.3d 3d 1186 (2022), didn’t think so.

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NH Construction Law

APRIL 26, 2018

Sometimes unanticipated compression is the result of acts of God or of third parties, in which case it is crucial to examine the contract or subcontract to see who has agreed to bear this risk. Contractual silence on the point usually spells bad news for the party providing the labor. See Town of Bedford v. Brooks , 121 N.H. ”)). .”

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Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. The court also extensively analyzed the issue of whether the subcontractor had a claim against the surety regardless of whether the principal is liabile for payment under the subcontract.

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NH Construction Law

AUGUST 21, 2022

Wrongful termination will not only be a breach of contract giving the principal a claim for damages against the obligee, but it will forfeit the protection of the bond. Conversely, not terminating also forgoes the protection of the bond – if termination is an enforceable condition of the surety’s liability. million,” id.

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NH Construction Law

JUNE 30, 2022

2d 781 (1954) (“The provision of the subcontract giving defendant the right to direct the sequence or general progress of work does not release it from liability for delay. ” Tricon Kent Co. Brown Company, Inc. Simmons Co., 2d 132, 140, 118 N.E.2d ”).

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 21, 2009

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. The owner had hired a general contractor who, in turn, had subcontracted some of the work. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. This credit can also be claimed against the insurance premium tax, the oil and gas production and property taxes, the fisheries business and landing taxes, and the mining license tax.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

The program is capped at 10,000 new jobs being claimed each year by all participants; whereas a taxpayer is limited to a maximum of 400 new jobs per year. The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

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. That’s a telling statistic for an industry that has been suffering from a labor shortage for more than a decade and struggles to attract younger workers to its ranks.

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Safety Resource Injury Construction 72

Building Information Management

APRIL 24, 2016

JOC, an annual contract and multiple option year agreement for general construction, generally requires the Contractor to e furnish associated labor, tools, materials, equipment and transportation. Contractors are generally selected as part of a multi-year agreement, and/or for one year with tw0(2) to four(4) option years.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 52 00 Agreement Forms. 00 52 13 Agreement Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 16 Agreement Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build). 00 52 00 Agreement Forms. 00 54 00 Agreement Form Supplements.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 52 00 Agreement Forms. 00 52 13 Agreement Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 16 Agreement Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build). 00 52 00 Agreement Forms. 00 54 00 Agreement Form Supplements.

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NH Construction Law

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In a sense they have by binding agreement determined the extent to which the owner’s property will be enhanced by the labor and materials to be incorporated in the realty, and to that extent the contractor is protected by lien. Robbins Plumbing Co. , 145, 148, 116 A.2d Typical is Diener v. Cubbage , 259 Md. 555, 561, 270 A.2d

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