Construction Enquirer

JULY 3, 2023

Staff hit by the collapse of Ilke Homes are planning to take legal action over claims that it failed to properly consult staff before making them redundant. As part of the legal process, Aticus Law will determine whether ex-staff are eligible to claim for a Protective Award claim against ilke Homes.

Legal 85

Legal Claims Plans Compensation 85

Construction Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

One of my favorite places to find good content and expert opinion regarding construction and legal issues is JDSupra.com. In one of JD’s tweets last week I discovered a very informative article by Matthew Hicks regarding Workers’ Compensation Insurance law and jurisprudence in California. For further reading see Wesley E.

Compensation 58

Compensation Insurance California Contractors 58

Green Building Law Update

JULY 25, 2021

We have performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM Practice E1527-21 of [insert address or legal description], the subject property. 9601) and petroleum products.” Importantly, the ASTM E1527 is recognized by the U.S. of this report.

Site 296

Site Drafting United States Regulation 296

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

2) Are day-to-day miscellaneous items compensable even where a party fails to reserve their rights on these type of cumulative claims? When I read the court’s opinion, I started to think: (1) Is there now a “daily changes” exception to lien waivers and releases? (2)

Compensation 97

Compensation Lien Claims North Carolina 97

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 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. More than 50% also indicate that ESG is considered in executive team compensation or such is in the planning stage. yes, this blog will continue).

Legal 156

Legal Compensation Organization Sustainability 156

FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

This total is made up of the medical costs resulting from an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. To simplify, indirect costs include everything that comes after the medical, legal, and compensation expenses. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop.

Safety 136

Safety Injury Compensation Accidents 136

Building Radar

AUGUST 13, 2024

Understanding the key legal considerations in construction contracts can help prevent disputes, manage risks, and ensure successful project completion. For a comprehensive guide on the legal aspects of construction contracts, visit AIA’s article on legal considerations. Key Legal Considerations in Construction Contracts 1.

Legal 52

Legal Contract Change Orders Construction 52

FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

This total is made up of the medical costs of an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. To simplify, indirect costs include everything that comes after the medical, legal, and compensation expenses. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop.

Injury 120

Injury Safety Compensation Accidents 120

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Recently, Cordell sent me a list of items that all contractors should review when developing a request for additional compensation. Identify any trends and determine whether there is a causal event for any loss of productivity that may be compensable. Prove legal entitlement.

Compensation 54

Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. are all defined.

Schedule 232

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Embarking on a construction project in Texas entails navigating a web of legal requirements to ensure compliance. This compliance checklist will guide you through the key legal requirements, helping you avoid costly fines and project delays.

Legal 52

Legal Texas Inspections Zoning 52

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?”. Long before I was an attorney, I heard this tale that if you endorsed a check that had the words “PAID IN FULL” written on the check, then you were accepting the check as full payment of whatever was owed. Fouches and Assoc.,

Negotiation 104

Negotiation Contractors Claims Mississippi 104

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

Does your company consider ESG metrics in executive compensation? 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 non-law consulting firm “powering sustainability for tomorrow’s business.” yes, this blog will continue).

Regulation 156

Regulation Legal Consulting Maryland 156

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

based infrastructure unit of SNC Lavalin Group to compensate the design-build contractor on the East Kent Access Road Phase 2 project for remedial work on the highway and legal costs for deficient work. Technology and Construction Court ordered WS Atkins, the U.K.-based

Compensation 62

Compensation Design Legal Roads 62

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

And the government should not take the rain falling on private property without just compensation. Governments from Maryland to Colorado now regularly take the position that collecting precipitation is not legal, as a diversion of rainwater before it enters a water course. ” McNaughton v. Eaton, 1952.

Albuquerque 120

Albuquerque Tucson Utah Maryland 120

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

And the government should not take the rain falling on private property without just compensation. Governments from Maryland to Colorado now regularly take the position that collecting precipitation is not legal, as a diversion of rainwater before it enters a water course. ” McNaughton v. Eaton, 1952.

Albuquerque 120

Albuquerque Tucson Utah Maryland 120

Mr Ethics

MARCH 22, 2017

First, you need to check your state law to determine if your little league donations and cookie purchases are legal. Similarly, if you think the government employee is compensating you for donations and purchases, even if you making them with no remuneration in mind, your actions are still unethical.

Compensation 100

Compensation Legal Organization Construction 100

Mr Ethics

MARCH 22, 2017

First, you need to check your state law to determine if your little league donations and cookie purchases are legal. Similarly, if you think the government employee is compensating you for donations and purchases, even if you making them with no remuneration in mind, your actions are still unethical.

Compensation 100

Compensation Legal Organization Construction 100

Mr Ethics

MARCH 22, 2017

First, you need to check your state law to determine if your little league donations and cookie purchases are legal. Similarly, if you think the government employee is compensating you for donations and purchases, even if you making them with no remuneration in mind, your actions are still unethical.

Compensation 100

Compensation Legal Organization Construction 100

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

While the legal issue focused on the County’s right rely on the defense of sovereign immunity, the Contractor’s (and it expert’s) characterization of the damages was critical to the outcome of the case. The contract allowed for “delay damages” if the Contractor’s request for those damages “is determined to be compensable.”.

Claims 118

Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 118

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

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Construction 136

Construction Insurance Software Software 136

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 30, 2022

12% of companies consider ESG metrics in executive compensation. ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a group of daring, innovative and creative attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a boutique ESG driven non-law and consulting firm “powering sustainability, today, for tomorrow’s business.”

Statistics 156

Statistics Regulation Legal Profitability 156

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

A party conducts a Phase I assessment to perform all appropriate inquiries, as bona fide prospective purchaser, contiguous property owner, or innocent landowner, when purchasing real estate to establish a limitation on liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (i.e.,

Site 120

Site Liability Compensation Legal 120

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Changing work flows and business relationships, restructuring how organizations interact and are compensated is a requirement. LEAN AECOO / Facilities Management will eventually become the norm, if not a legal requirement. LEAN AECOO impacts on every element of thinking, work, and business models.

BIM 100

BIM Life Cycle Legal Management 100

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 30, 2011

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Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

9601) and petroleum products.”. The term “recognized environmental conditions means the presence or likely presence of any hazardous substances or petroleum products in, on, or at a property.”. “. a substance defined as a hazardous substance pursuant to CERCLA 42 U.S.C.§9601(14),

Site 156

Site Commercial United States Regulation 156

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?” Long before I was an attorney, I heard this tale that if you endorsed a check that had the words “PAID IN FULL” written on the check, then you were accepting the check as full payment of what was owed.

Claims 83

Claims Mississippi Legal Compensation 83

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. The National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc.

Compensation 48

Compensation Insurance Claims Employment 48

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

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 non-law consulting firm “powering sustainability for tomorrow’s business.” 9601) and petroleum products.”. But importantly, the new ASTM E1527-21 is Not yet recognized by the U.S.

Site 156

Site Liability Green United States 156

Constructonomics

OCTOBER 3, 2010

The obligee —the entity (typically a government agency) that requires the bond, thus receiving its legal financial protection. If the contractor cannot provide the obligee with appropriate reparation, then the surety can be accountable and could be left paying compensation up to the bond’s full value.

Contractors 140

Contractors Regulation Insurance Claims 140

Construction Enquirer

MAY 25, 2023

Compensation payments’ with an aggregate value of £700,000 (excluding VAT) were paid to Brown and Mason by two competitors in return for Brown and Mason’s participation in the anti-competitive agreements. Some firms produced false invoices to hide this part of the illegal behaviour.

Bidding 75

Bidding Compensation Contract Security 75

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG’s members are committed to improving the quality of legal representation to those injured on the job or victims of occupational illness by superior legal education and by keeping informed of legislative and judicial proceedings. How long have you been with the group? Why did you get involved in helping injured workers?

Injury 53

Injury Compensation Insurance Employment 53

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. An uninsured business would likely not have the financial resources to pay a large legal settlement. Workers compensation insurance. These damages would then have to be paid from the assets of your business. . Employment practices liability.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

First-party insurance provides compensation directly to the insured individual or business, whereas third-party insurance provides reimbursement to another party when the insured person or business is liable for damages. First-party insurance provides compensation directly to the insured individual or business.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Compensation Claims 52

Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 28, 2015

In the legal world, words have meaning. Not to say that words have any less meaning in the non-legal world, but sometimes you can get tricked up in your correspondence, notice letters, claims or otherwise when you use the wrong work. Take, for example, the world of changes in the construction context.

Change Orders 48

Change Orders Claims Compensation Contract 48

Business Facilities

AUGUST 31, 2017

The report features salary ranges for hundreds of professional occupations in the accounting, finance, technology, creative, legal and administrative support fields. Click to enlarge image. “Salary is still king, but professionals are paying more attention to other factors that can affect their quality of life.

Compensation 54

Compensation Finance Employment Organization 54

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 10, 2020

Final payment does not bar a claim where the contracting officer knows that the contractor is asserting a right to additional compensation, even though a formal claim has not been filed. The Government’s final payment defense is an affirmative defense on which the Government bears the burden of proof. ” So what?

Claims 62

Claims Compensation Overhead Defense 62