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DOT Lets States Shift $473M Unspent on Earmarks to Other Projects.

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Proceed Wisely, Ninja Contractor, Because Suing Your DOT May Have Limitations

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For you Ninja contractors, it’s a good thing to fully understand your potential recovery before you spend countless months and thousands of dollars pursuing a claim against your state DOT for breach of contract, misrepresentation or other cause of action. Department of Transportation , 75 A.3d Department of Transportation , 75 A.3d

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'Twas the Night Before Christmas.and Comments Were Due on DBE Rule Changes

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On September 6, 2012, the United States Department of Transportation issued its notice of proposed rulemaking. In support of the proposed rules, DOT explains that it “has noticed an unfortunate trend” in which contract awardees have a period after bid opening to provide DBE information. Responsiveness versus Responsibility.

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Marijuana Regulation at Work: Your Responsibilities

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With 8 states that have approved the use of recreational marijuana and 18 states permitting the use of medical marijuana, it’s critical for companies operating in these areas to understand their legal responsibilities and how to deal with cannabis use at worksites. DOT Workplaces. Bus and truck drivers. Subway operators. Ship captains.

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Snapchat This! That Little Green Card is Pretty Important Says One Court

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In a transportation case involving a personal injury, Department of Transportation v. The plaintiff was injured in a single-car accident on State Route 42 and he sued the Georgia Department of Transportation (“GDOT”). Notice of Claims.

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Crumbling Buildings, Roads, and Dams – Money Isn’t the Problem

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Furthermore the overall construction process generally wastes 30%-60% of funds on delays, change orders, reworks, low productivity, and legal disputes. State DOTs are just one example. Much of the available funding is given to, and administered by state departments of transportation.

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North Carolina Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Industrial Road Access Program: Administered by North Carolina’s Department of Transportation (DOT), this program provides funds for the construction of roads to provide access to new or expanded industrial facilities. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ): Neutral, secured areas legally outside of the U.S.