NH Construction Law

JULY 21, 2024

It is well established that general contractors are vicariously liable for damages resulting from the negligence of their employees, but not of their independent contractors except in the case of “inherently dangerous” activities, Arthur v. Holy Rosary Credit Union , 139 N.H. 463 (1995). ’” Arthur v.

Liability 40

Liability Employment Insurance Union 40

NH Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2021

For many years the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented a Multi-Employer Citation Policy , under which more than one employer at a worksite – for example, a general contractor and a subcontractor – can be cited by OSHA for the same hazardous condition.

Liability 40

Liability OSHA Contractors Employment 40

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.”. Are subcontractors covered under the general contractor’s insurance?

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Constructlaw

APRIL 20, 2023

Army Corps of Engineers hired Relyant Global LLC to act as the prime contractor. Relyant subcontracted with Federal Engineers and Constructors, Inc. (FE&C). Relyant later terminated its subcontract with FE&C. The subcontract provided that Relyant “may retain … a maximum of ten percent (10%) of the amount of each invoice.”

Tennessee 52

Tennessee Subcontracting Missouri Claims 52

NH Construction Law

DECEMBER 19, 2021

When a contractor abandons or is terminated from a construction project before substantial completion, one of the first tasks for the owner/developer (or for the contractor’s performance bond surety if such a bond exists) is to locate and hire a completion contractor.

Contractors 40

Contractors Liability Bidding Contract 40

NH Construction Law

MAY 20, 2023

A couple of years ago I blogged ( #101 ) on “pay-if-paid” clauses, which make a general contractor’s receipt of payment from the owner a prerequisite – a “condition precedent,” in legal terms – to its obligation to pay subcontractors. JBC Merger Sub LLC v. Tricon Enterprises, Inc. , 145, 286 A.3d

Contractors 40

Contractors Bargains New Hampshire Contract 40

Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Plumbing contractors should include business insurance as an integral part of their financial strategy. With numerous policies available, the plumbing contractor’s insurance landscape offers many ways for you to protect your physical and financial business assets. Why plumbing contractors need insurance. Liability for damage.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Injury Compensation 52