Green Building Law Update

MAY 29, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A., ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group of attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new law consulting firm. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 22, 2013

The Federal Trade Commission will begin to ramp up enforcement of deceptive environmental claims, according to Jessica Rich, director of the commission’s consumer protection bureau. “A growing number of consumers are looking to buy green products and companies respond with green marketing.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

But the legal implications for green marketing claims call for caution. The Federal Trade Commission’s Green Guides set forth the Commission’s current views on environmental marketing to help business avoid making unfair or deceptive claims. had deceptively advertised their paint products as “zero VOC.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 12, 2021

We caution companies not to make unqualified general environmental claims because ‘‘it is highly unlikely that marketers can substantiate all reasonable interpretations of these claims,’’ the Federal Trade Commission standard for environmental claims. We help businesses avoid making ESG, including net zero claims that mislead consumers.

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Construction Law

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Measures to streamline the judicial review process, reduce the amount of time it takes for legal challenges against projects to move through the courts, and improve the way data on case progress is published have been proposed in an independent report commissioned by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Longstanding Federal law requires disclosure of “any material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to the business, to which a [public company] or any of its subsidiaries is a party or of which any of their property is subject.”

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights. Unlike non-supervisory employees, the statements and admissions of a supervisor may legally bind the company.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. NCCCO Certification The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) is a crucial authority in certifying crane operators of various types.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

The Federal Trade Commission announced six enforcement actions last week, including against companies that marketed supposedly biodegradable plastic rebar cap covers, plastic golf tees, and plastic shopping bags, as part of the agency’s ramped up crackdown on environmental claims.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 13, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler Tweeted about the future of ESG regulation. And such may be well received by the business community that is already subject to regulation, from the Federal Trade Commission to the Department of Agriculture, defining terms of green, sustainable and the like. Last week U.S.

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FDR Safety

JULY 2, 2015

The Consumer Products Safety Commission offers the following tips for using fireworks. Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them and be sure to purchase your devices from a licensed distributor. Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

In recent weeks this law firm has received more inquiries than at any time in recent years about the Securities and Exchange Commission’s disclosure requirements for public companies as they apply to climate change matters. When a company is required to file a disclosure with the Commission, those disclosures (e.g.,

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 18, 2014

The White paper is legally not correct, but who would seek legal advice from architects (even a well respected architecture firm like Perkins+Will)? The White paper is legally not correct, but who would seek legal advice from architects (even a well respected architecture firm like Perkins+Will)?

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2018

Legal fees • Soil and environmental tests. Management costs • Broker commissions. . • Government registered programs • Purchaser upgrades. Insurance and bond costs • Appraisals. Special design consultants • Land surveys. Special equipment and furnishings • Property taxes. Site services outside the property • Contingencies.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

When a company is required to file a disclosure with the Commission, those disclosures (e.g., The Commission issued guidance that public companies should consider disclosing in their SEC filings the financial impact of compliance with environmental laws. COP 21 is only weeks away).

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 4, 2018

But it is suggested that the Federal Trade Commission’s Green Guides, designed to help marketers avoid making environmental marketing claims that are unfair or deceptive under Section 5 of the FTC Act, 15 U.S.C. §

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 24, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission issued a long awaited proposed new ESG rule to mandate climate risk disclosures by public companies and other businesses in their supply chains. We posted some weeks ago when the U.S. In response to request for comment 147., “yes” yes, this blog will continue). This post originally appeared in that blog.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 9, 2018

The question before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals was whether existing state law, which grants the Maryland Public Service Commission general regulatory powers over electric generating stations, including a “solar energy generating system,” preempts local zoning regulation regarding the location and construction of such a generating station.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

The success of a commercial real estate development project depends on many factors, including the ability to secure financing, navigate the legal process, and manage risks. However, working directly can save the developer the commission they would have to pay the broker. Construction is a critical component of the development process.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 28, 2018

confronting profound and difficult issues about the nature of law in our society and the rights of citizens to have unfettered access to the legal edicts that govern their lives” to hold that no valid copyright interest can be asserted in any part of a code adopted by government. This case is Code Revision Commission v.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 1, 2017

The Federal Trade Commission issued a summary decision against California Naturel, Inc., Nor was the FTC persuaded by California Naturel’s argument that the disclaimer it added renders its marketing claims “transparent” (the word of the year, but that has no legal or other import).

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 18, 2021

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. But recent court decisions have provided legal support, Blue added, including one ruling upholding a Texas hospital's mandate. The trend of vaccination mandates instituted by employers follows a few major developments, Blue said, including the May updated technical assistance issued by the U.S.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 16, 2016

The word is “organic” as it relates to non-agricultural products is the topic of the October 20, 2016, roundtable sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This is a big deal.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Officials take latest step against Veolia North America and International Boundary and Water Commission in ongoing dispute over county pollution impacts from untreated Mexico flows, but firm denies responsibility.

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Construction Law Monitor

JANUARY 19, 2011

In Louisiana, unemployment claims are administered by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. ” If a former employee has applied for unemployment benefits and you contend that the employee does not qualify, you’ll need to provide the Louisiana Workforce Commission with sufficient information to justify your position.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Nebraska's Public Service Commission voted 3-2 to allow the expansion of the Keystone XL Pipeline to expand into their state. The commission’s decision is a legal decision subject to appeal, something opponents of the pipeline have said they will do. The 2,600+ mile long line stretches from the Dakotas to Texas.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Reviewing, considering and revising an enhanced commissioning scope. Telephone call with client and others including local counsel re application of DC mandatory green building law related to shared photovoltaic panel and vegetated green roof. 03:50 p.m.

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Green Building Law Blog

APRIL 10, 2013

The New Mexico Construction Industries Commission (the "Commission") sought to adopt changes that would have removed any energy conservation provisions from the New Mexico codes that exceeded the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). " Southwest Energy Efficiency Project v. 313838, April 4, 2013 (N.M.

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Green Building Law Blog

APRIL 10, 2013

The New Mexico Construction Industries Commission (the "Commission") sought to adopt changes that would have removed any energy conservation provisions from the New Mexico codes that exceeded the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). " Southwest Energy Efficiency Project v. ." 313838, April 4, 2013 (N.M.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission issued a proposed new rule to mandate Tier 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions disclosures by public companies and the many other businesses in their supply chains. The bill’s principal sponsor clarified that it is 2024 GHG emissions that will be first reported to the state in 2025. yes, this blog will continue).

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Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

This is because if a report found that lives could be saved but at a greater cost than paying compensation then the companies would be put in a position where they have to make the ethical and legal decision to increase safety despite the loss in profit. Companies simply don’t want to be put into this position.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

DECEMBER 20, 2012

In my opinion, the best “employees” are not actually employees (both in the legal and practical sense). Here, employees use the Human Rights Commission as a ploy to extract substantial settlements, even though they are utterly incompetent and are in fact scamming the system. The “human rights” game.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Also if an inspector is hostile, abusive or attempts to exceed the parameters specifically set forth in a warrant, an employer should immediately consult with legal counsel about requesting that the inspection be adjourned pending a meeting with the area director or for other possible legal action before the walkabout continues.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 24, 2020

It doesn’t take much to understand that this can lead many projects over budget and generate serious legal conflicts between the different stakeholders. Without it, the project team wouldn’t be able to have a clear overview of what needs to be ordered, what needs to be commissioned, and what has to be delivered and/or checked next.

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Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

As I mentioned in a previous post, I led a study this summer analyzing the legal policy and process factors impacting commercial building energy efficiency in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The study was commissioned by the Department of Energy-led Greater Philadelphia Innovation Cluster for Energy Efficient Buildings ( GPIC ).

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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

The bill requires the California Energy Commission, in consultation with the Public Utilities Commission, the Air Resources Board and other stakeholders, to evaluate and recommend policies for overcoming barriers to expanded use of geothermal heat pumps in the Golden State.

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Constructlaw

JANUARY 19, 2022

According to Law360 , 91 firms submitted nearly 900 nominations for the awards, which “honor the law firms behind the litigation wins and major deals that resonated throughout the legal industry in the past year.”. The firm is also a preeminent member of the highly specialized Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) bar.

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