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.

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 13, 2020

The inaugural summit will be by invitation only , which means I need to hear back from you requesting more information about the event and, more importantly, sharing with me what additional topics you may want to hear. One of the top expert speakers in the county on the preparation of bids and proposals.

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Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise, as both the federal and state governments explicitly prohibit private entities from claiming an interest in public property. Washington State bond claim laws. If payment isn’t received, the next step is the bond claim itself.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance covers contractors against financial loss resulting from mistakes, errors, or claims of negligence. While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Something as simple as a customer tripping over a hammer and hurting themselves could result in an accident claim – and without insurance, you could end up facing hefty fines and legal battles. Legal Documents.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

30% of lost-time injury claims come from slips, trips, and falls. Traumatic Events . Exposures to these environments can be through a single incident or multiple events in the workplace. In that case, you may plan for some legal action against your employer. Slip And Fall Accident. Likewise, exposure can also come from:

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 16, 2016

The roundtable will explore interpretations of organic claims for products that fall outside the scope of the USDA’s National Organic Program (which potentially includes everything from cannabis to shampoo and building materials to dry cleaning, all of which are outside of USDA’s voluntary Program).

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Levelset

JULY 5, 2022

There are several different types of property liens , which are legal claims against the property held by a debtor. Any legal financial-related data that is public record can be included in a credit report.” – Nate Budde, construction lawyer. Any legal financial-related data (judgments, liens, garnishments, etc.)

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Delay claims on a construction can be confusing, especially when you think about the delay to the work being performed and the disruption to other activities. Triple B Services, LLP , decided on May 26, 2016, the Court of Appeals of Texas reviewed a contractor’s claim for damages on a road expansion project. disruption distinction.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

In the world of construction claims, according to one court, these same rules apply—it is premature to award damages before the claim has been considered and either approved or rejected. The short opinion makes sense—an arbitrator cannot rule on a claim that has not gone through the process required by the contract.

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Levelset

APRIL 28, 2022

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. Some GCs pass the cost of the loss reserve onto the project owner and claim that amount as additional profit on the project. million – $750,000). .

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Construction Law

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Legal terms explained Our latest Legal Terms Explained series article from Georgia Di Salle of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP looks at Expert Evidence. Philip Bambagioti of 3PB examines the potentially fatal consequences of failure to build to prevent black mould forming in the event of water ingress.

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Levelset

JULY 21, 2022

Well, every state sets its own rules for contractor licensing, and contractors often must purchase a surety bond in order to legally practice their trade. In the event of a valid claim against the license bond, the principal must reimburse the surety company for any payouts. Note: These scenarios don’t always lead to a claim.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

shall be deemed a conclusive waiver by the Contractor of any and all claims for damages for delay arising from such condition. ” The appellate court also found that actual knowledge of the delays and claims did not excuse the subcontractor from complying with the the notice requirements of the contract. .”

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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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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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Constructlaw

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Mealey’s International Arbitration Report recently asked industry experts and leaders for their thoughts on what events had an impact on global economy that have led to an increase in filings. Mealey’s: What, if any, events had an impact on the global economy that have led to increased filings? All rights reserved.].

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Levelset

APRIL 8, 2022

On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. This snapshot won’t provide you with the information needed to have a deeper understanding of how everything works if a customer suffers property damage and considers filing a claim.

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Levelset

APRIL 8, 2022

On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. This snapshot won’t provide you with the information needed to have a deeper understanding of how everything works if a customer suffers property damage and considers filing a claim.

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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. Prove legal entitlement.

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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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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that through green building practices, like the U.S.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. The policy covers damages to property, bodily injury expenses, and legal fees caused by faulty work or installation of a faulty product. Examples of completed operations claims. Deck collapse.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

If a third party gets injured on a job, liability coverage helps pay the cost of legal defense if you get sued for the accident. . A large claim against your business could have a devastating financial effect that could threaten your livelihood. Does a carpenter need insurance? Carpentry is a diverse occupation.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 9, 2016

The modern legal trend favors apportionment of liquidated damages where there is owner-caused delay, in particular where the liquidated damages clause provides a mechanism to extend the contract completion date, thereby reducing potential liquidated damages for delays not attributable to the contractor. Document your claims.

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NH Construction Law

JANUARY 30, 2022

1990) (applying New Hampshire law) (“If some of the claims against the insured fall within the terms of coverage, and some without, the insured must still defend the entire claim (at least until it is apparent that no recovery under the covered theory can be had).”) City of Keene , 898 F.2d 2d 265, 269 (1st Cir.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Between miscommunication, the wrong specifications, carelessness, or events out of anyone’s control, things can go wrong, and the damages can be expensive. However, the types of policies and their limits (the maximum amount claims can pay out) are limited. This policy may also cover legal fees involved in certain types of lawsuits.

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Insurance Liability Accidents Risk 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. A COI may include a waiver of subrogation endorsement that basically asks your insurance company to pay an insurance claim, while giving up the ability to recover (or subrogate) damages from the party that actually caused the problem.

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NH Construction Law

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Contracting parties can and often do agree that in the event of litigation between them, the “prevailing party” will be paid his attorneys’ fees incurred in the fight. in attorneys’ fees to a homeowner who sued for $12,400 and won a $6,800 jury verdict on a breach of contract claim. Issa Construction, LLC, v.

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Claims New Hampshire Liability Contract 40

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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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 27, 2022

In any event, the certification requirement is an essential component of the scheme set up by the statute. The court made clear that the owner’s claims of defective work and other breaches of contract were not waived by the failure to include these items in a proper rejection under the statute.

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Massachusetts Certification Claims Contract 62

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. KBR submits a certified claim with the Army for $10.4 In Kellogg Brown & Root Servs., million; and. million; and.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 6, 2012

CW: Report Claims Caltrans Ignored Bridge Safety Issues. Description: CB&I offers $3 billion to buy Shaw; newspaper claims Caltrans ignored safety issues on Bay Bridge. contact us. industry jobs. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. & receive immediate web access $82 a year (includes full web access)-->. Search our site: Infrastructure. Environment.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Going through the legalities of such issues can be complex, so working with a personal injury attorney In Englewood would be a good starting point. . Depending on the scale of the construction project, any unforeseen event involving debris can happen and bring about injuries. . What Are The Common Types Of Falling Debris?

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 31, 2015

Legal Writing 89 (2008-09), here are a few items to think about when drafting contracts: A contract is about defining transactions and relationships. Indemnification, which describes the circumstance in which one party may have to indemnify (or pay the losses or claims) of the other party for some legal purpose.

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Constructlaw

JULY 8, 2020

Further, Level 10 claimed that nothing in the contract conditioned payment to Level 10 upon “Sea World San Diego’s theme park being open for business to the public.”. The information above is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as providing legal advice.

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