Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 28, 2011

What’s great about her post is that it discusses a very legal topic – construction contracts – from the perspective of someone in the business. Enjoy her insights, and to learn more about construction contracts, read from this category on our blog: Construction Contracts. But why is a contract necessary?

Contract 50

Contract Legal Construction Documentation 50

Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

This often includes entities and persons related to the contracting parties, not just the parties themselves. A well drafted indemnity clause will ensure that all parties are liable for the result of their own work and negligence and that of any party that they have hired to work on a project. What exactly will be covered?

Liability 69

Liability Agreement Drafting Insurance 69

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2011

INSURANCE |. Many of the contractors immediately shot down the concept with the age old line of questioning that pertains to the architects’ inability to draft an affordably reproduced plan and a perceived desire to be the next Frank Lloyd Wright on a modest budget. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |.

Contractors 120

Contractors Design Software Software 120

Construction Law

JUNE 3, 2024

News Our regular news round up focusses on a disputes survey that suggests artificial intelligence will have an impact on contracts sooner than many think; a Labour Party plan that involves scrapping the IPA and the NIC; and a landmark legal victory for the government that forces a freeholder to fix serious building safety issues in a tower block.

Insurance 52

Insurance Construction Legal Drafting 52

Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up features cost plus contracts being blamed for HS2 cost overruns; details of a new Transformation Delivery Partner contract from National Highways; and a Civil Nuclear Roadmap that backs a revived nuclear building programme.

Construction 52

Construction Insurance Procurement Drafting 52

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2011

INSURANCE |. In that relatively short time frame I am able to draft an email from 30,000 feet and send it into the ether to any number of project team members. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Green Building.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software US 120

Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

This often includes entities and persons related to the contracting parties, not just the parties themselves. A well drafted indemnity clause will ensure that all parties are liable for the result of their own work and negligence and that of any party that they have hired to work on a project. What exactly will be covered?

Liability 52

Liability Agreement Drafting Insurance 52

NH Construction Law

APRIL 26, 2020

When contracts and subcontracts are negotiated, it is common for written drafts and redrafts to circulate between the parties, sometimes with a letter of intent to enter into a contract thrown into the mix, and sometimes with competing forms being used – a proposal or bid on one side, an expansive formal contract on the other.

Contract 40

Contract Agreement Subcontracting Wisconsin 40

Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

When a property owner files an insurance claim to cover a restoration or roofing project, the owner typically deals directly with the insurance company. They may not have the funds available to pay the contractor out of pocket, so they’re counting on that insurance check to cover the construction costs. Setting up an AOB.

Insurance 52

Insurance Contractors Lien Claims 52

Construction Law Monitor

AUGUST 24, 2012

This Bill protects subcontractors when contracting so that they cannot be held liable to indemnify the general contractor or owner from certain types of negligence. This Bill raises a bigger and more overarching question as to why do state legislatures feel the need to make rules to restrict the freedom to contract.

California 54

California Subcontracting Contract Legal 54

Construction and Infrastructure Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

AB 1701 “does not prohibit a direct contractor or subcontractor at any tier from establishing by contract or enforcing any otherwise lawful remedies against a subcontractor it hires for liability created…” Accordingly, direct contractors across California should take a closer look at the terms of their agreements with subcontractors.

California 49

California Contractors Liability Employment 49

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 30, 2013

All home improvement contracts over five thousand dollars and up to seventy-five thousand dollars need to be in writing. The contractor who is applying for the Home Improvement license needs to provide general liability insurance and show that the contractor or the registering entity is registered with the Louisiana Department of Revenue.

Louisiana 51

Louisiana Contractors Lien Liability 51

BD+C

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It was also essential to file suit within the statute of limitations—usually two years from time of owner knowledge for tort claims and two years from breach for contract claims—and/or the applicable time for a statute of repose—which varies from state to state.

Insurance 52

Insurance Legal Documentation Claims 52

DebunkTheBIM

DECEMBER 26, 2011

My equivalent to Dr Vera’s knitting is contract-drafting. Combing and combing through my earnestly modelled and drafted-on drawings to find even the last measly variations and slap me in the face. “Insurance is all about risk management” There is some advantage to working in a stale indu. at 5:50 AM.

BIM 48

BIM Drafting Modeling Insurance 48

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 15, 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. For a number of months, draft versions have been distributed to various groups for comment. AIA plans change to Statute of Limitations provisions. Categories.

AIA 40

AIA Plans Illinois Drafting 40

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABER) contracts provide a streamlined means to complete construction projects estimated at less than 750K. Contracting personnel and civil engineers are encouraged to adapt their SABER-like acquisitions and processes to meet their local needs and the local environment. Definitions.

Engineering 40

Engineering Negotiation Contract Estimating 40

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

This allows their clients to gain visibility into how suppliers implement documented policies and procedures, and in turn, can provide your business with professional feedback on how to improve their business practices, and land more – or maintain existing - contracts. Supplier Insurance Verification. What is InsureGUARD?

FAQ 48

FAQ Safety Consulting Accounting 48

Construction Lawyer

JUNE 13, 2005

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. " The Commercial/Multifamily Mold Working Group took careful steps to fully research, draft and finalize this paper. Add me to your TypePad People list.

Illinois 40

Illinois AIA Chicago Documentation 40

Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 11, 2015

Special Enumerated Fees You or your contractor can want correct insurance policy to shield the building throughout construction, and to shield against damage to others (liability). Banks, Insurance agents, Surveyor, Engineers and Lawyer. Check that your contract covers of these prices. Project Revision Fee 13. Zoning Fee 14.

Estimating 40

Estimating Bidding Budgeting Budget 40

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 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. Perhaps the real lesson is to always read every word of every contract. They may be surprised years later to receive a demand for arbitration. Categories.

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Illinois Chicago 40

ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2012

Salazar said the proposal is only a draft, and that other alternatives—including one that calls for no conveyance system—will be “fully considered.” Amid PPP Slowdown, India Turns To Cash Contracts. Since Owners are Demanding Designers Carry Higher Insurance Limits, Is a Split-Limit Approach Best?

California 34

California Plans FAQ US 34

The Korte Company

AUGUST 12, 2020

The work was labor-intensive at the time—everything was hand-drawn on drafting boards—and everyone still wore white shirts and ties. FGM and The Korte Company wanted to form a new joint company to do Design-Build together, but insurance roadblocks prevented it. There was value in bringing those ideas into the project early.”.

Design 52

Design St. Louis Illinois Architecture 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

The exceptions are for financial institutions, financial institution groups, and insurance companies that have a maximum business privilege tax of $3,000,000. This credit can also be claimed against the insurance premium tax, the oil and gas production and property taxes, the fisheries business and landing taxes, and the mining license tax.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 13, 2017

Common construction abbreviations as as part of cost estimating software, Job Order Contracting software, and construction documents is a standard practice. AIA: American Institute of Architects, American Insurance Association. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. CLL: Contract Limit Line. NIC: Not In Contract.

Construction 100

Construction Concrete Electrical Fabrication 100

Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

The much bigger cause for financial concern is workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation insurance. Because construction is a dangerous industry, workers’ compensation insurance is expensive even without an OSHA violation on your record. Contract breach es. Compliance cost. Learn more.

OSHA 52

OSHA Inspections Construction Safety 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Visually inspect ground area beneath equipment to insure no sharp objects and that the ground surface cushioning is adequate for the piece of equipment. Check operation of safety switches to insure they have not been by-passed. The S&EM Branch may decide to contract for this service. Replace if necessary. Check Points: 1.

Inspections 100

Inspections Equipment Electrical Safety 100

Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2021

Are your suppliers and trades on board with 100% complete contracts and scopes of work? This “challenge mentality” also extends to anything you buy internally, from paper to copiers to internet service to insurance. If you aren’t sure, email me to scott@truen.com and request our “Community Start-up Process” survey to find out. .

Overhead 105

Overhead Housing Profitability Materials 105

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Various cost information is typically formatted as Products & Activities, General or Routine Maintenance, New Construction, Renovation and/or Repair, Sustainability/Green, Job Order Contracting (JOC), or any combination thereof. Procurement Requirements and Contracting Requirements. 00 00 00 Procurement and Contracting.

Equipment 45

Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Various cost information is typically formatted as Products & Activities, General or Routine Maintenance, New Construction, Renovation and/or Repair, Sustainability/Green, Job Order Contracting (JOC), or any combination thereof. Procurement Requirements and Contracting Requirements. 00 00 00 Procurement and Contracting.

Equipment 40

Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

AIA: American Institute of Architects, American Insurance Association. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. CLL: Contract Limit Line. NIC: Not In Contract. ADJ: Adjust, Adjustable, Adjacent. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. AGA: American Gas Association. AGG: Aggregate. AGGR: Aggregate. AL: Aluminum.

Construction 40

Construction Concrete Electrical Fabrication 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

AIA: American Institute of Architects, American Insurance Association. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. CLL: Contract Limit Line. NIC: Not In Contract. ADJ: Adjust, Adjustable, Adjacent. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. AGA: American Gas Association. AGG: Aggregate. AGGR: Aggregate. AL: Aluminum.

Construction 40

Construction Concrete Electrical Fabrication 40

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 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. The AIA document does not change that, although a more careful drafting of the above-quoted language could have done so. So what, you might ask. Absolutely!

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Agreement Illinois 40