Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Travers, a labor and employment attorney and partner in the Jacksonville, Fla., Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Advertisement.

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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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Construction Junkie

MAY 11, 2020

That can leave you in a legal bind personally. OSHA exists to protect the health and wellness of America’s workforce and, typically, the employer bears the brunt of any penalties. Employers must understand that misleading a federal investigator is a serious mistake.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 25, 2018

This includes construction claims and clarifies when the limitations period begins to run. the date of completion or termination of the contract between the engineer, architect, contractor and his employer. I posted more about that here. ). the date of issuance of the certificate of occupancy. the date of abandonment if not completed.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

OSHA threw a curve ball to employers with its recent guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs, leaving companies wondering how to respond. Nevertheless, OSHA will closely scrutinize employer policies that require “immediate” reporting of workplace injuries or illnesses. By Andrew Kaake.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Over my legal career, I have handled a significant amount of workers' compensation disputes, representing injured employees, defending employers and insurance carriers, and even a few years working for an appellate judge that addressed workers' compensation appeals. How will the point change affect employers?

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

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. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 10, 2012

We have all seen the stories, company’s conned out of thousands of dollars by crooks claiming to be affiliated with OSHA. These impersonators were collecting money for employers for alleged training. As a business owner or manager, you have the legal right to call the local OSHA office to confirm the identity of the person.

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ExactHire - Construction

JULY 16, 2021

If you’re like most employers, the current worker shortage has you rethinking your hiring strategy. Online resources outpace other, more traditional ways to look for work, including personal or professional networks, job fairs and employments agencies. Simple Employment Application Form. Online Employment Application Software.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG’s members are committed to improving the quality of legal representation to those injured on the job or victims of occupational illness by superior legal education and by keeping informed of legislative and judicial proceedings. When should an employee report a workplace injury to their employer?

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NH Construction Law

JULY 21, 2019

How many bites at the apple is a litigant given to prove his claim? This principle finds expression in a legal doctrine called res judicata , also known as claim preclusion, which “prevents parties from relitigating matters actually litigated and matters that could have been litigated in the first action.”

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Joint employment liability has been an ongoing trend in California. All California employers should be reminded of Labor Code section 2810.3 , which went into effect on January 1, 2016. It is expected that joint employer liability will be a top priority for the Labor Commissioner in 2018. Section 2810.3 Section 2810.3

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Companies who have more claims than average will have a higher than average rate, for example, 1.6. Implement mandatory employee training for all OSHA requirements and require drug testing and pre-employment physicals to create a safer work environment. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->.

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Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2020

Many projects are being delayed due to the quarantine limitations and several legal claims are expected to be raised in the near future. Contractual disputes are another serious headache for many contractors as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Time is of the Essence With Construction Litigation Across most jurisdictions in the United States, time is an issue from a legal perspective. This timing comes into play with investigation, inspection, and claim notices, and for getting claims on file—both in court and in arbitration.

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DebunkTheBIM

MAY 19, 2011

Most of us have a basic-idea on how things work in the legal field. You may choose not to claim that right or end up with shoddy representation but the ability to counter-balance influencers in the process is a must. A sister question to the: “. Prescriptive/Specification-based BIM.”

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 7, 2023

Daily construction reports can save construction companies legal trouble, underline professionalism and elevate projects from good enough to excellent , with all the success that implies. Prime among them are their roles in legal disputes, specific claims and project team documentation. It also helps brings teams together.

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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. Employers are legally required to ensure a safe working environment, and failure to do so can result in significant liability.

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Constructlaw

JUNE 30, 2021

This article summarizes the current landscape in Pennsylvania and California as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, and highlights important considerations for employers in the construction industry in relation to vaccines and navigating a post-mask mandate world. Requiring employers to document vaccination status of employees.

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Constructlaw

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

It is easier to be successful in your claim if it is well-documented. You must understand what you can and cannot recover under your contract, and make sure you document your claims well and make all timely submissions. Due to the difficulty of meeting in person, we have seen many more disputes initially handled on paper submissions.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

AUGUST 13, 2019

Finally, the third possible amendment would overrule current Board case law holding that collective bargaining language in the construction industry, standing alone, can be legally sufficient to prove a union’s majority status and establish a conventional 9(a) bargaining relationship between an employer and its employees’ union (9(a) relationship).

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Constructlaw

MAY 3, 2023

Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. Many construction disputes involve aspects that may make them challenging to litigate before US or foreign courts, including: Many individual claims. Industry-specific legal concepts.

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NH Construction Law

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

in attorneys’ fees to a homeowner who sued for $12,400 and won a $6,800 jury verdict on a breach of contract claim. One way that courts reduce attorneys’ fee awards below the amounts incurred is by disallowing fees spent pursuing claims or legal theories on which the plaintiff did not prevail. Blalock , No.

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Construction Law

JANUARY 31, 2020

The current issue for example has articles on the potential use of blockchain and ‘smart contracts’ in construction; the impact of the Grenfell Tower disaster on the way the industry operates; modern slavery and other employment and HR issues; and trends in international arbitration. To subscribe and claim your 10% discount click here.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

JANUARY 11, 2016

The allegations in a civil lawsuit include assertions of serious kickbacks for favored contractors and suppliers by former long-term hospital administrators, tied in with travel rewards, gifts, and employment of one of the administrator’s children at the hospital vendors’ businesses.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

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. The average cost for a workers comp claim in 2019-20 was $41,353. Commercial auto insurance: Motor vehicle accidents are one of the most common claims occurrences.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 17, 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. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company.

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DebunkTheBIM

OCTOBER 31, 2013

If you are not able to do this personally, please provide me with the legal department’s contacts that can. I’d appreciate receiving these 3 documents by the end of today. Regards, Zolna Murray So, this brought to mind the thought that begs belief. Could these three companies, individually and jointly not have such policies in place at all?

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

AUGUST 13, 2019

Finally, the third possible amendment would overrule current Board case law holding that collective bargaining language in the construction industry, standing alone, can be legally sufficient to prove a union’s majority status and establish a conventional 9(a) bargaining relationship between an employer and its employees’ union (9(a) relationship).

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel. A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Liability insurance will help cover expenses for damage to someone else’s property and/or legal costs if another party decides to file a lawsuit. Aside from contact info and an employer identification number (EIN), the company might require payroll and sales information. Insurance Policies HVAC contractors need.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 28, 2014

Have at least one full-time employee or sales agent participate in the event (a photo of the booth at the event must be provided with claim). The geographic boundaries have been extended, and capital investment and employment eligibility requirements have been reduced.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The impending works council proposal in Chattanooga is by no means a sure thing: resistance to (or confusion about) the concept and potential legal challenges loom large. The consensus in Germany is that giving workers a seat at the management table has been a significant part of this success story.

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DebunkTheBIM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

I ran small and medium size businesses and had a number of adventures of paralegal and legal nature going up to the High Court of New Zealand. Had I read the employment contract properly? I worked and lived in 5 different countries, experienced just about all systems of country governments that there exist. What had frightened them?

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NH Construction Law

MAY 20, 2023

A couple of years ago I blogged ( #101 ) on “pay-if-paid” clauses, which make a general contractor’s receipt of payment from the owner a prerequisite – a “condition precedent,” in legal terms – to its obligation to pay subcontractors. ” 286 A.3d 3d at 1201. Quinn Construction, Inc. 730 F.Supp.2d

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Construction Junkie

MAY 4, 2020

In the documentary, Harper claimed to have told his coach that he wanted to guard Jordan on the last play, but the coach opted to play Ehlo ( this was news to Ehlo 31 years later ). The mission of the Pistons of that time was to physically beat you with the hardest fouls that were legally allowed and overall grit.

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Constructlaw

JULY 13, 2021

14 As explained below, these updates streamline the joinder and consolidation procedures under the ICDR Rules and are of particular importance for construction disputes that commonly involve multiple owner/employer, designer, contractor, and subcontractor/supplier relationships. Witness Statements (Article 26).

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