Construction Enquirer

JULY 6, 2023

The civil claim is separate to the public inquiry into the fire, which finished taking evidence in November 2022 and is expected to issue its final report later this year. Rydon continues to express its deepest sympathy to the Grenfell residents and their families.”

Claims 131

Claims Profitability Maine Insurance 131

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Insurance companies cannot recover environmental cleanup costs paid to their insured under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, commonly known as Superfund, from another Potentially Responsible Party ( unless their insured had first pursued a separate claim to recover the cleanup costs from that PRP).

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Insurance Liability Legal Claims 120

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.

Claims 156

Claims Sustainability Legal Risk 156

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 3, 2017

business seeking to mitigate the risk associated with data protection. It is the unsophisticated who will encounter legal issues and be left holding the bag. A claim pending against a major U.S. The EU law is not only mandatory of all doing business in EU countries, but is excellent guidance for any U.S. Because the U.S.

Green 120

Green Risk Claims Drafting 120

Construction Marketing

MARCH 2, 2023

You may wonder if you have legal recourse if you have been injured while working at a construction site. Damage recovery If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover damages for your injuries. Unfortunately, injuries at construction sites are highly likely. These damages can include payments for your pain and suffering.

Injury 276

Injury Site Defense Compensation 276

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Despite that the Zero Waste movement peaked in about 1998, in the modern context of Net Zero from Net Zero Energy to Net Zero Carbon, we are today with surprising frequency asked about a business being able to claim it is Zero Waste. No company should claim to be Zero Waste. There is a lot of waste out there. But it is not easy.

Claims 156

Claims Certification San Francisco Resource 156

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

In an era when concern over legal liability for building claims is real, not only enforced by the FTC and state attorneys’ generals, but also in consumer class action suits, it is likely unwise to make the claim that a building is net zero energy use or the like, what does net zero mean?

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Certification DC Site Green 296

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.

Contractors 156

Contractors Legal Bidding Contract 156

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 5, 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. Thus, I have asked SEC staff to develop a proposal for climate risk disclosure requirements for the Commission’s consideration. yes, this blog will continue).

Regulation 156

Regulation Risk Sustainability Claims 156

Green Building Law Update

MAY 29, 2022

a publicly traded Brazilian mining company and one of the world’s largest iron ore producers, with making false and misleading claims about the safety of the Brumadinho dam including through its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures. Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A.,

Security 156

Security Commissioning Claims Risk 156

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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Documentation Insurance Legal Liability 120

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

A business saying though an ESG statement on their website that they are concerned about modern slavery may sound nice, but in 2021 when so many are talking about ESG, that claim will not resonate and quite frankly falls short of what a private enterprise should be doing to prevent these crimes. Additionally, it is suggested in the U.S.

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Equity Sustainability Defense Green 257

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 22, 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. As an option, we can further assist them with an independent third party certification to mitigate any risk in showcasing their ethical sourcing credentials.

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Legal Risk Sustainability California 177

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

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Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

But I have never really thought about that legal principle because, “People don’t really do that, do they?”. the Court of Appeals of Mississippi held that the PAID IN FULL principle—or what lawyers know as accord and satisfaction —barred a contractor’s claim for additional payment. In Triangle Construction Co. Fouches and Assoc.,

Negotiation 104

Negotiation Contractors Claims Mississippi 104

Construction Law

MARCH 4, 2025

News Our regular news round up looks at a report predicting a rise in cladding related professional indemnity policy claims; a rise in PFI handback condition disputes; and major Heathrow Airport investment plans. Thea Maertens , a legal director at Gateley Legal, explores other legal routes that could help to mitigate big bills from HMRC.

Construction 40

Construction Procurement Legal Insurance 40

Construction Equipment

JANUARY 13, 2016

When a construction company has difficulty getting paid, state laws allow it to file a bond claim or mechanics lien. Nate Budde, chief legal officer for zlien , discusses the importance of providing preliminary notice and the risks of filing the claim. Read Budde's advice on protecting your company from nonpayment here.

Lien 48

Lien Claims Legal Risk 48

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.

Claims 71

Claims Oklahoma Contract Contractors 71

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

This information overload can often lead to misunderstandings, costly mistakes, and never-ending legal disputes. By gathering all project communication in a single source of truth, you offer all teams the opportunity to make informed decisions faster while you remain protected against claims. Align everyone. Work smarter.

Industrial 167

Industrial Construction Project Management Claims 167

Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 22, 2018

But I had never really thought about that legal principle because, “People don’t really do that, do they?” the Court of Appeals of Mississippi recently held that the PAID IN FULL principle—or what lawyers know as accord and satisfaction —barred a contractor’s claim for additional payment. Fouches and Assoc.,

Claims 83

Claims Mississippi Legal Compensation 83

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. Common Construction Liability Issues 1.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Legal terms explained Tom Cadman of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by Building Liability Orders. Contracts JCT Design and Build 24: Ground condition risk allocation Michael Allan of Pinsent Masons LLP examines the JCT Design and Build contract treatment of ground conditions risk.

Construction 40

Construction Insurance Contract Liability 40

Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

Minimized risk of legal claims. Running a large construction business can put you at risk of legal trouble. If construction mistakes occur, for instance, you may find yourself liable—and as any construction executive knows, a lengthy, costly legal battle is never beneficial to business.

Software 148

Software Software Management Construction 148

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.

Risk 60

Risk Management Construction Claims 60

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Smaller businesses, without a deep bench of internal ESG expertise need to be particularly cautious of greenwashing in ESG claims. Many find engaging an attorney with sustainability expertise is a good way to mitigate ESG associated risk. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

Maryland 177

Maryland Regulation Electrical Legal 177

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 30, 2019

And there does not appear to be a valid legal theory even articulated to pierce the corporate veil and find liability in individual LLC members. The website goes on to claim, “every homeowner can have the home of their dreams without the dread of colossal energy bills.”. The case is Jeremy Simons et ux, et al v.

Maryland 120

Maryland Housing Claims Green 120

Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Legal terms explained Tse Wei Lim and Yun Wen Soh of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explain what decennial liability means. A fresh approach to drafting and risk allocation will be needed, they argue. Only claims against bodies subject to a relevant liability will succeed, the TCC has ruled.

Drafting 40

Drafting Insurance Construction Liability 40

Green Building Law Update

MAY 30, 2021

While the idea of ESG began in 2004 with a United Nations initiative to influence capital in non Western markets, in 2021 the legal and political institutions in the United States and the EU are demanding those ideas be implementing with due haste.

Regulation 156

Regulation Sustainability IDEA United States 156

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Let’s take a look a subcontractor insurance: when it’s needed, what happens if a sub goes uninsured, and what policies subs can use to protect their businesses from risk. Subcontractor business liability insurance should be retained since a catastrophic claim could bankrupt most all painting contractors.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

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. And always consult your attorney before signing.

Green 120

Green Contract Documentation Claims 120

Constructonomics

OCTOBER 3, 2010

While insurance policies are written with the understanding that some claims will be made, surety bonds are written to prevent fraud and other potential problems—with the intention of avoiding claims. The obligee —the entity (typically a government agency) that requires the bond, thus receiving its legal financial protection.

Contractors 140

Contractors Regulation Insurance Claims 140

Building Radar

AUGUST 28, 2024

Recognizing and addressing construction defects early can save building owners, contractors, and developers from costly repairs and legal disputes. When construction defects go unaddressed, they can lead to expensive repairs, safety concerns, and even legal claims. More on this can be found here.

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Legal Construction Foundation Risk 71

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. It’s only 20% that requires special adjustments.

Construction 145

Construction Project Management Claims Management 145

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. .

Legal 59

Legal OSHA Employment Liability 59

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. Nevertheless, the plaintiff did not comply with the statute requiring that he sent notice of the claim to the Risk Management Division.

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Green Georgia Claims Transportation 77