FDR Safety

MAY 11, 2015

Employees who want to pursue whistleblower-retaliation claims against employers may find it easier to do so under a new policy directive issued by OSHA. The directive, reported by the news site iwpnews.com, lowers the legal bar for OSHA to initiate an investigation of a complaint.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

Supreme Court having before it an interstate water dispute, where Florida seeks an equitable apportionment of the waters of the Chattahoochee and Flint Rivers over the claims of upstream Georgia, the issue of “who owns the rain” is of national importance. Water law in the western U.S. ” McNaughton v. Eaton, 1952.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

Supreme Court having before it an interstate water dispute, where Florida seeks an equitable apportionment of the waters of the Chattahoochee and Flint Rivers over the claims of upstream Georgia, the issue of “who owns the rain” is of national importance. Water law in the western U.S. ” McNaughton v. Eaton, 1952.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 17, 2013

Few pause to consider the source of these rights or the distinctions among legal claims. Take, for instance, the distinction between negligence-based tort claims and claims under a contract. The negligence claim was dismissed. Most in our society are keenly aware they have rights. It has practical ramifications.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 10, 2015

By Bruce Jervis The legal standard for a successful differing site condition claim is stated in a variety of ways. At its most fundamental level, however, it comes down to two questions:What representations did the contract documents make regarding physical site conditions?Was

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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.

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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. Cost control and efficiency.

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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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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

When dealing with construction claims—whether one for construction defects, outstanding payment, or delay damages—an initial hurdle is making sure that proper notice has been given. This decision illustrates the importance of following a process when dealing with a claim. Prove legal entitlement. If not, why not?

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Lets Build

MAY 5, 2022

For construction companies, it can also significantly increase profitability and maximise legal compliance. That’s especially valuable considering the overlapping rafts of regional, national, and global legalities any construction company has to navigate. The 5 main benefits of inspection software. Everything is standardised.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

Sherman and Howard offers these tips: • Any employee policy, including safety incentive programs, can become legally suspect when it is enforced in a discriminatory or arbitrary manner or when the policy becomes a “pretext” or sham excuse for retaliation against the employee. An increase in the number of OSHA retaliation complaints.

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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. How the Coronavirus May Affect OSHA Compliance on Building Sites. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

And who can blame them when short and long-term schedules change overnight, material orders are getting canceled without any notice and valuable information from the site never reaches the right people. On the contrary, they end up bringing even more confusion across the value chain paving the way for costly claims and endless disputes.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

But if you have ever experienced a differing site condition on your project, then here is why you should read pages 17-20 of the recent decision in Metcalf Construction Company v. On February 11, 2014, the Federal Circuit released its decision in the Metcalf Construction case, which addressed in part a differing site condition claim.

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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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Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2020

It’s a situation that affects everyone on site and it is of paramount importance that the suggested hygiene guidelines (i.e. Many projects are being delayed due to the quarantine limitations and several legal claims are expected to be raised in the near future. frequent hand-washing, no face-touching, covering coughs, etc.)

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

You probably saw last month’s report about a major accident at a construction site in downtown Miami, Florida. This is a good reminder of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. Make sure medical issues are resolved immediately and lock down the site for evidence preservation.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

They are overwhelming, long to read, and the legal jargon seems like another language. Do they have a team of experts that will visit the building site to examine their products and guide the contractor on how to install them properly ? Product compatibility is an issue that leads to material warranty claims.

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Residential Materials Products Claims 148

Lets Build

MAY 27, 2020

First things first, it is necessary to take a closer look at how excessive admin work can hurt your project delivery leading to legal disputes and a siloed way of communication: Time wasted on unnecessary tasks and meetings. That’s the main topic of discussion for most site teams almost every day. Use construction-specific tools.

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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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Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 9, 2020

While there are legal implications related to pursuing a claim for additional time or money, there are also practical considerations for both job site and the workers when a severe weather event occurs. Evaluate site-specific risks. Conduct post-storm job site evaluations.

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Nashville Risk Site Plans 71

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Companies who have more claims than average will have a higher than average rate, for example, 1.6. To learn more about how to calculate your companies EMR, please visit your State Department of Labor and Industry site. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. If your companies EMR rating is 1.0 productivity.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background: The contract in question, executed on July 9, 2013, was for the construction of an Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System site in Deveselu, Romania, with a firm, fixed-price amount of $134,211,592. Falsely claiming to have submitted a Technical Assistance Agreement to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

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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 information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Economic Loss Doctrine bars Nevada claims against Architect.

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Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 30, 2007

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. >. False Claims lands Engineer in jail. In United States v.

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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. It may affect the enforceability of the contract clause itself.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 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. >. So dont say we didnt warn you. Veterans Enterprise Technology , 2012 U.S.

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Claims Agreement Illinois Subcontracting 40

Construction Business Owner

MAY 3, 2011

These are the people who claim to be authentic, but in reality, they come across as insensitive…or just plain rude. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

I often see claims in business articles that the best practice for analyzing something (whatever that may be) is to get more data. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 6, 2012

Search our site: Infrastructure. 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. site map |. contact us. industry jobs. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. Transportation. Environment. Power & Industrial. Interviews.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 11, 2011

And then there were some machines that are hardly dependent on fuel, or in some cases not at all: Takeuchi claims to have built the prototype of the world’s first all-electric mini excavator, capable of holding a charge for 6 hours. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Leave a Reply. Name (required). Categories.

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Constructor Marketing that Works

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Video 1 and Video 2 showed the “promo” that most sites – likely including yours – need to generate traffic and ROI. Q: Most opportunities claim great results. Our challenge is to quantifiably select the best options, substantiate the claims with relevant results, and finding the best solutions. That’s YOUR job.

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Lets Build

MAY 11, 2020

It is no exaggeration to claim that email communication is one of the main factors that hurt project delivery in construction. Following up on critical requests from the site is key to the success of a construction project. And what effect did that lack of response to your email have on the progress of your project?

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Project Management Accounting Management Construction 142

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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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

The automated engine shutdown feature claims to provide up to 30 percent in fuel savings. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. The biggest change? Leave a Reply.

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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. A customer trips on a ladder belonging to a roofer on a residential job site. Third-party insurance examples.

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Insurance Liability Compensation Claims 52

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Taking this into account, it quickly becomes clear that mitigating risk and regaining control of your projects is not as far as you might think as long as you rely on the right people, tools, and processes to increase site visibility and keep your teams connected at all times. Legal risks. Types of risk in construction. Fiscal risks.

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