Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 17, 2011

The lawsuit was later amended to only cover four plaintiffs but the allegations remained the same -- the USGBC was falsely claiming that LEED certified buildings were energy efficient. "The strong categorical test provides that 'the plaintiff must be a competitor of the defendant and allege a competitive injury.'"

New York 120

New York Injury Consulting United States 120

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. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. office of Akerman. .

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Construction Junkie

MAY 11, 2020

That can leave you in a legal bind personally. However, there have been several glaring examples of individuals facing legal issues for a variety of different reasons, including lying to OSHA investigators. The man also claimed that the employees had been tied off at the time.

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Best Practices Construction Law

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Notice of Claims. In a transportation case involving a personal injury, Department of Transportation v. 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. The Green Card.

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Green Georgia Claims Transportation 77

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. DCOF is a measurement of the floor, similar to Ra and Mohs.

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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 cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Nevada 40

Nevada Claims Illinois AIA 40

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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Claims Liability Contract Contractors 63

Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 30, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. In United States v.

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Claims Engineering Illinois AIA 40

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to protecting your contracting business from claims and lawsuits, it can be tough to know what type of insurance you should purchase. Liability insurance protects your business against claims for damages caused by you and your workers, if you have any. It can pay for medical costs and legal fees.

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Liability Insurance Claims Legal 52

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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Insurance Liability Claims Injury 52

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. It will depend on how many claims the employer has that exceed $5,000.

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Compensation Insurance Claims Employment 48

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Claims 40

Claims Agreement Illinois Subcontracting 40

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?

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Accidents Injury 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

First-party insurance Third-party insurance Definition First-party insurance provides reimbursement to the insured individual or business for covered claims during the coverage period. The roofer’s general liability insurance covers claims related to injuries related to the customer’s fall. Third-party insurance examples.

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Insurance Liability Compensation Claims 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Unlike general liability insurance — which protects contractors when their work leads to bodily injury or property damage — professional liability offers coverage in situations when their work causes another party to lose money. Professional liability insurance protects against claims related to professional negligence.

Liability 52

Liability Insurance Injury Contract 52

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 17, 2018

Notice of Claims. In a recent transportation case involving a personal injury, Department of Transportation v. 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. The Green Card.

Green 54

Green Georgia Claims Risk 54

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. Worker injury. Liability for damage.

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Insurance Liability Injury Compensation 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. 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. Why a certificate of insurance matters. How long should I keep my COI?

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Insurance Certification Contractors Liability 52

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. Safety and Workplace Injuries One of the most pressing concerns in construction is the risk of workplace injuries. Common Construction Liability Issues 1.

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Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Completed operations insurance covers property damage or injury caused by work that a contractor performed in the past. It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. Examples of completed operations claims. What is completed operations insurance? Deck collapse.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Claims Contractors 52

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Architecture 58

Architecture Illinois AIA Chicago 58

Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Builder’s risk insurance, typically used by general contractors, covers property damage to a building under construction, while general liability insurance covers costs associated with third-party injuries or property damage caused by contractors. . Construction is a risky industry, and costly or harmful accidents can occur on a jobsite.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Insurance Contractors 52

Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

In that case, the contractor and subcontractor (and their insurance carriers) were pointing the finger at each other for injuries sustained by an employee of the subcontractor. The subcontract also required the subcontractor to include the contractor as an “Additional Insured” on its policy.

Insurance 54

Insurance Subcontracting Injury Construction 54

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 3, 2017

In a recent article in the Journal of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers (2017 J. .” Perhaps “inefficient risk transfer” (alluded to by the authors) comes when parties try to transfer risk opposite or beyond what the law addresses.

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Risk Contract Construction Legal 48

Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

The contractor should carry, and the contract should reflect that the contractor has liability insurance covering personal injury of at least $50K and property damage coverage in the same amount. On-demand legal help you can afford. The Act also requires a minimum amount of insurance coverage when working on home improvement projects.

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Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

However, the types of policies and their limits (the maximum amount claims can pay out) are limited. A general liability insurance policy protects the policyholder from claims of property damage or bodily injury caused by the contractor or its employees. How to ensure subcontractors are covered.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Accidents Risk 52

Construction Lawyer

MAY 1, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Florida 40

Florida Illinois Claims AIA 40

Levelset

JUNE 13, 2022

Also, roofing contractor’s must also provide proof of general liability & property damage insurance coverage of at least : One hundred thousand ($100,000) dollars per person Three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) per occurrence, bodily injury Fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) for each occurrence and aggregate, property damage.

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New York Contract Residential Contractors 52

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

In that way, you will be able to plan ahead and protect your project from downtime and never-ending claims: Project management risks. Legal risks. When it comes to construction, claims are always around the corner. Like that, you will always be in a position to raise or respond to a claim effectively.

Risk 60

Risk Management Construction Claims 60

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

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. As a contractor, you can get protection from an additional insured endorsement on a subcontractor’s policy if the sub’s actions contribute to an injury or accident.

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Insurance Liability Construction Contract 52

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 20, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Concord , 269 S.W.3d

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Lien Missouri Equipment Illinois 40

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. It also helps cover costs associated with a passenger or pedestrian injury. Insurance Policies HVAC contractors need.

Insurance 40

Insurance Contractors Liability Accidents 40

Construction Lawyer

JULY 22, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

AIA 40

AIA Illinois South Dakota Chicago 40

Construction Lawyer

JUNE 22, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Illinois 40

Illinois AIA Chicago Claims 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 17, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. The court in Campbell v.

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Illinois AIA Chicago Insurance 40

NH Construction Law

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

If the Seymour case shuts out a claim against the bank, do owner/borrowers have a legal claim against the inspector, with whom they have no contract? Nor does a negligence claim against the inspector appear promising. That puts the owner/borrower in a pickle. Don’t count on it. REI Service Corporation , No.

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Banking Inspections Construction Lien 40

Construction Lawyer

JUNE 24, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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California Illinois AIA Chicago 40