Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

Surety bonds are financial guarantees that are issued to ensure the individual or company who obtains the bond will perform work in a legally compliant manner and will avoid fraud and misconduct. Surety – The bonding company that guarantees the principal’s ethical operations and legal compliance by issuing the bond.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Sidestepping for a moment those companies that set out to intentionally deceive other about their ESG bonafides, from time to time, what companies think their ESG claims mean and what others really understand are two different things. And while today it has a broader definition including not only environmental claims but also matters of ESG.

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Carol Hagen

JANUARY 14, 2013

A file of jpeg1, jpeg2, etc taken at jobsite X on a given date really doesn’t help if a legal claim crops up a few years from now. What this allows me to do is generate a deliverable of all construction documents and photos to the project owner in a neat as-built package.

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Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2017

Believe it or not, there are always a wealth of emails and other documents produced in litigation that help “make the case” for the other side. We also need to consult the claims team to determine how late we really are. ” Best Practices advises that you should have a written document management policy in place.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 1, 2012

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. This course will explore: Why are proper records so essential for claims and disputes?

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 20, 2020

You can download a complimentary copy here: Best Practices – COVID19 and Construction Claims , but please do me a favor and subscribe to the blog on the sidebar to the right. Just enter your email, and you will receive regular updates.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

Appreciate that this limited number of disputes pursuing courtroom redress exists against a backdrop of a rising number of actual claims in green building construction projects. Legal scholars can have at it. And the dollar amount of those claims is increasing.

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Lets Build

MAY 5, 2022

For construction companies, it can also significantly increase profitability and maximise legal compliance. How often have you cursed your company’s filing systems while hunting fruitlessly through online directories or paper filing systems in search of a document? Documentation is accessible anywhere, any time.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

I just blogged about asking for what you want and the importance of complying with notice provisions in pursuing a construction claim. A court in Oklahoma just reminded me that not all claims require notice. The contractor argued that the owner failed to comply with the notice provision when making its claim for liquidated damages.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. This course will explore: Why are proper records so essential for claims and disputes?

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Construction Law Monitor

JANUARY 19, 2011

When an employee is terminated and claims unemployment benefits in Louisiana, the claim is associated with your business’ account and will affect your unemployment insurance rates in the future. In Louisiana, unemployment claims are administered by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Read the Avvo Legal Guide here.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

of Maryland, the United States District Court of Maryland address whether a Miller Act claimant can give valid notice of a claim via email. The payment bond claimant was a sub-subcontractor who filed a claim because the subcontractor failed to make timely payment. The Email as Notice of Claim. Fidelity and Deposit Co.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

When dealing with construction claims—whether one for construction defects, outstanding payment, or delay damages—an initial hurdle is making sure that proper notice has been given. This decision illustrates the importance of following a process when dealing with a claim. Assess other pertinent documents. If not, why not?

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

This means that all of your documents, information, and processes will be accessible to you at all times. With a construction management software program, you’ll be able to store relevant documents in one place and organize them using searchable tags. Minimized risk of legal claims.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

And yet we see a claim for delays and extras filed at the end of a construction project that challenges these very contract provisions. for breach of contract for nonpayment, claims for delay damages and enforcement of its lien rights. Ultimately, the trial court awarded the subcontractor more than $800k for its claims.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2016

When the Buyer’s agent asked for a copy of the Seller’s executed documents, Seller’s agent sent the following text: [Seller] was out of town today. ” Second, claims succeed or fail based upon the documentation. The two agents met later that day to deliver and accept the letter and deposit.

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Contract Claims Documentation Change Orders 91

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

They are overwhelming, long to read, and the legal jargon seems like another language. Product compatibility is an issue that leads to material warranty claims. Again, it is most important to not focus on what is in the warranty document, but the proven track record of the products themselves. Using Multiple Manufacturers.

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Residential Materials Products Claims 148

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. Cyber insurance.

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Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. « False Claims lands Engineer in jail | Main. |

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Construction Law Monitor

JUNE 9, 2014

In the legal and collection industry we call this document a demand letter, but in most other circles its simply known as an “attorney letter.” Neither of these two qualities exist in many legal offerings. Construction Claims- Who Do You Sue? Components of an Attorney Letter. ” La R.S. Related articles.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

MAY 17, 2014

While discussing scheduling with a client in Hawaii recently, I found myself repeating over and over, a variation of “…scheduling best practices include…” Hearing these words repeatedly set me to thinking that I hadn’t recently seen scheduling guidelines set out in a concise, straightforward document. Be realistic with the logical network.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

My mentor and good friend, Cordell Parvin , has over the years shared with me some great best practices for contractors—whether talking about bid protests, accidents on the jobsite, or filing a claim. This is often the starting point for reviewing a claim and the key to a successful analysis of issues. If not, why not?

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Levelset

MARCH 31, 2022

In turn, the owner is relying on the insurance company to pay their claim. Dig deeper: What contractors need to know about the insurance claims process. In general, there are four parties involved in a restoration project: Property owner Insurance company Claims adjuster Contractor. Be clear about rights & responsibilities.

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Insurance Deals Contractors Claims 93

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 18, 2019

As a construction litigation attorney, the “claim” is often about telling the story of a breach of contract, or failed expectations, or unforeseen delays, all through the testimony of individuals or the introduction of documents. Accordingly, the court granted the motion to dismiss the fraudulent inducement claim.

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Lien Claims Massachusetts Contract 71

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Competitive bidding with selection being the lowest cost selection of the bidder compliant with the scope of work and associated the bid documents. ? Risk dependent upon completeness and accuracy of construction documents within a relatively ‘ad hoc’ process. Generally reduced number of claims and/or litigation issues.

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Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 11, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Limitation of Liability in new AIA Document.

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Construction Law Monitor

JUNE 8, 2014

-->. In the legal and collection industry we call this document a demand letter, but in most other circles its simply known as an “attorney letter.” Neither of these two qualities exist in many legal offerings. Construction Claims- Who Do You Sue? Components of an Attorney Letter. ” La R.S.

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Louisiana Legal Accounting Debt 69

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 3, 2017

It is the unsophisticated who will encounter legal issues and be left holding the bag. A claim pending against a major U.S. When claims are made, including for negligent misrepresentation, by a buyer against a seller that data is not accurate, who is responsible largely depends upon the writings.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 10, 2015

By Bruce Jervis The legal standard for a successful differing site condition claim is stated in a variety of ways. At its most fundamental level, however, it comes down to two questions:What representations did the contract documents make regarding physical site conditions?Was

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Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 26, 2010

AIA (American Institute of Architects ) form documents have dominated the construction industry for many years. AIA documents are formed on the premise that an owner will seek out a qualified architect to begin a project, thus placing more liability and responsibility on that architect. More on this form at Christopher Hill’s blog.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

On the contrary, they end up bringing even more confusion across the value chain paving the way for costly claims and endless disputes. Like that, all problems can be addressed on time and serious legal conflicts can be resolved or even avoided in a simpler and more effective manner. Modernise your systems and processes.

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Construction Project Management Claims Management 145

Carol Hagen

AUGUST 31, 2009

The most interesting discussion was a firm (company A) that had experienced a legal discovery issue which centered around email. A general contracting firm claimed they had not approved of a change order (they themselves did not archive their own email) and this subcontractor showed them a copy of their email approval.

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Best Practices Construction Law

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Notice of Claims. The plaintiff claimed that GDOT’s improper maintenance of the roadway led to an accumulation of water, which caused his truck to hydroplane into a tree, severely injuring him. Postal Service tracking document showing that “something was sent by certified mail to the Department of Administrative Services.

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Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 30, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. New AIA documents and Arbitration » August 30, 2007.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 9, 2013

By Bruce JervisIn an industry which makes such extensive use of contractual documentation, some complain of obtuse or arcane legal terminology. This is clear, longstanding legal terminology. It means an event which must occur before a legal obligation arises.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete. based in Portland, Ore.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 19, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Economic Loss Doctrine bars Nevada claims against Architect.

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