Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Those lawsuits primarily assert that the extraction, production, sale, and promotion of fossil fuels constitute a public nuisance and give rise to product liability under state common law and state consumer protection statutes; the plaintiffs are seeking relief largely in the form of compensatory and punitive damages.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. Builder’s Risk Insurance General Liability Insurance Coverage Covers a building under construction—and often tools, equipment, and materials related to the project.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Insurance Contractors 52

FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

On-the-job accidents that result in worker deaths typically make news headlines, but for all the attention that news coverage brings to workplace safety issues, it misses an important point: more than 96 percent of fatal injuries occur outside the workplace. The indirect costs are nearly identical to those associated with on-the-job injuries.

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Injury Accidents Safety Employment 120

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG president talks workplace injuries. Boyd, president of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group. What is the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group? The Workers’ Injury Law and Advocacy Group (www.wilg.org) has grown into an important, national voice for workers.

Injury 51

Injury Compensation Insurance Employment 51

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. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common construction liability issues and provide strategies to address them effectively.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In most cases, that’s what insurance is for, and the contractor will typically initiate a claim against their policy to take care of it. But who can actually file a claim against the contractor’s insurance? Can the property owner file a claim, or does the contractor need to submit it? Contractor liability for property damage.

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Insurance Claims Liability Accidents 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Formula: (Cash and Cash Equivalents + Marketable Securities + Accounts Receivables) / Current Liabilities . Like the Quick Ratio, Current Ratio measures a company’s ability to pay off its short-term liabilities with its current assets. Formula: Current Assets / Liabilities . Formula: Total Liabilities / Total Assets .

Safety 94

Safety Debt Liability Equity 94

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 18, 2018

Last week marked the end of Construction Safety Week 2018 , a combined effort by the Construction Industry Safety (CISI) group and the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) CEO Forum. Safe projects are more likely to be profitable projects due to lack of delays and prevention of claims for jobsite injuries.

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Accidents Liability Safety Florida 48

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.

Claims 63

Claims Liability Contract Contractors 63

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

By Bruce Jervis Commercial general liability (CGL) insurance policies have been the source of much controversy in the construction industry. The policies insure against personal injury or property damage caused by an occurrence during the contractor’s performance of the work. But do the policies cover the work itself?

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Insurance Contractors Liability Injury 56

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Third-party insurance , also known as liability or casualty insurance, protects insured individuals or businesses in situations where they may be liable for damages to another person or business — the third party. The roofer’s general liability insurance covers claims related to injuries related to the customer’s fall.

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Insurance Liability Compensation Claims 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.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 52

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

Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. Copyright Notice. Disclaimer.

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Liability Contractors Design Illinois 40

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 11, 2007

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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Limitation of Liability in new AIA Document. Copyright Notice. Disclaimer. Here it is: § 8.1.3

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Liability AIA Documentation Illinois 40

Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

Common Types of Construction Insurance General Liability Insurance (CGL) Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance is essential for both general and trade contractors. It covers bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury claims that arise during the course of a project.

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Insurance Liability Construction Risk 52

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

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. Aside from owners and GCs, a government entity may want to see proof of liability insurance. There are a few parties that might require a COI from your contracting business.

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Insurance Certification Contractors Liability 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

If a sub accidentally drops a steel beam on the project manager’s new sports car, that subcontractor’s liability insurance policy would likely cover the damage. However, the types of policies and their limits (the maximum amount claims can pay out) are limited. General liability insurance. Subcontractor default insurance.

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Insurance Liability Accidents Risk 52

Levelset

AUGUST 5, 2022

With so many policies on a project, there’s a good chance that coverage is overlapped, and a claim could cause insurers to battle with each other over who’s at fault. An Owner-Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) is a wrap policy held by the property or project owner that provides comprehensive liability coverage on a project.

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Insurance Liability Claims Construction 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It is sold as an extension to your general liability insurance policy and may be required by the state you work in or the project owner. Completed operations insurance covers property damage or injury caused by work that a contractor performed in the past. Completed operations covers liability from work that is already completed (i.e.,

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Claims Contractors 52

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 19, 2009

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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Economic Loss Doctrine bars Nevada claims against Architect. Copyright Notice. Disclaimer.

Nevada 40

Nevada Claims Illinois AIA 40

Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 30, 2007

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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. False Claims lands Engineer in jail. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors.

Claims 40

Claims Engineering Illinois AIA 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 2012

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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Federal Court dismisses subs claim against GC because of arbitration provision. Disclaimer.

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Claims Agreement Illinois Subcontracting 40

Construction Junkie

APRIL 27, 2020

By entering any contest, entrants agree to waive any and all claims against Contest Entities for personal injury, damage or loss of any kind which may result from participation in the Contest or from the receipt, enjoyment, ownership or use of any prize. GENERAL: This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Claims 52

Claims Injury Liability United States 52

Construction Junkie

APRIL 28, 2020

By entering any contest, entrants agree to waive any and all claims against Contest Entities for personal injury, damage or loss of any kind which may result from participation in the Contest or from the receipt, enjoyment, ownership or use of any prize. GENERAL: This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.

ProCore 52

ProCore Claims Injury Liability 52

Construction Junkie

APRIL 28, 2020

By entering any contest, entrants agree to waive any and all claims against Contest Entities for personal injury, damage or loss of any kind which may result from participation in the Contest or from the receipt, enjoyment, ownership or use of any prize. GENERAL: This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Claims 52

Claims Injury Liability United States 52

Construction Junkie

APRIL 29, 2020

By entering any contest, entrants agree to waive any and all claims against Contest Entities for personal injury, damage or loss of any kind which may result from participation in the Contest or from the receipt, enjoyment, ownership or use of any prize. GENERAL: This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Milwaukee 52

Milwaukee Claims Injury Liability 52

Construction Junkie

APRIL 30, 2020

By entering any contest, entrants agree to waive any and all claims against Contest Entities for personal injury, damage or loss of any kind which may result from participation in the Contest or from the receipt, enjoyment, ownership or use of any prize. GENERAL: This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Claims Injury Liability 52

Levelset

AUGUST 31, 2022

They offer a full range of business insurance policies, including general liability, commercial auto, workers’ compensation, and umbrella. They provide general liability, property, subcontractor, and cyber protection. Next does not offer specialty coverage, like builders’ risk or pollution liability. Find an agent. Nationwide.

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Insurance Liability Compensation Construction 52

Construction and Infrastructure Law

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The basis for the first holding is that disgorgement is both a liability created by statute and a penalty, and therefore falls under Code of Civil Procedure Section 340(a), a one year statute of limitations.

California 76

California Contractors Compensation Los Angeles 76

Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . 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. Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

Safety 72

Safety Resource Injury Construction 72

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In short, an additional insured is typically another business entity or person who can be added to your business policy, securing the same liability protection that you do. 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.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Construction Contract 52

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. Failure to comply with these requirements could lead the contractor to liability under home improvement fraud.

Pennsylvania 98

Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

In the case of catastrophic accidents, including fatalities or accidents resulting in multiple serious injuries, special care must be taken when it comes to the designation of company representatives. An effective company representative is essential to the company’s success in minimizing OSHA liability.

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OSHA Inspections Employment Conference 156

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Check with your construction attorney and your liability insurance agent to make certain you are covered.

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Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Safety Services Company

JUNE 17, 2013

Lawmakers are considering a change to New York Labor Law 240, The ‘Scaffold Law’, that would require juries to consider the actions of workers in weighing injury lawsuits. Opponents believe New York’s scaffolding law is too rigid, claiming the law awards negligent and even drunk construction workers.

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New York Accidents Safety Claims 48