Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Our latest alternative dispute resolution series article comes from Tracey Summerell of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP who looks at some recent events that show our much admired legal system at work. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

Legal 40

Legal Construction 40

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 9, 2020

It has not been a week since the catastrophic events in Nashville and surrounding areas. While there are legal implications related to pursuing a claim for additional time or money, there are also practical considerations for both job site and the workers when a severe weather event occurs.

Nashville 71

Nashville Risk Site Plans 71

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Something as simple as a customer tripping over a hammer and hurting themselves could result in an accident claim – and without insurance, you could end up facing hefty fines and legal battles. Legal Documents. Business Plan.

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Documentation Insurance Legal Liability 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Or, if a contractor is out of compliance with their bonding, licensing or other contractual obligation, it increases project risks and makes the project vulnerable to legal challenges or conflicts. Another weather-related item that can be controlled is how your business will be impacted in the event of a natural disaster.

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Construction Software Software Estimating 237

BD+C

AUGUST 8, 2024

Yet the legal profession also is not immune to the challenges many industries are experiencing in adapting to hybrid work, attracting and retaining top talent and meeting calls for greater equity and inclusion in the workplace. Multipurpose training rooms provide space for mock trials and case strategy.

Legal 52

Legal Design Kansas City Office 52

Mr Ethics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The project owner thinks are projections are too low because we based our study on scheduled events and not possible, non-booked events such as ice shows; kid shows; etc. Is it ethical for us to use non-scheduled events in our study? Our study will be the basis for municipal bonds to be sold to fund the garage’s construction.

Feasibility 100

Feasibility Guidelines Schedule Income 100

Mr Ethics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The project owner thinks are projections are too low because we based our study on scheduled events and not possible, non-booked events such as ice shows; kid shows; etc. Is it ethical for us to use non-scheduled events in our study? Our study will be the basis for municipal bonds to be sold to fund the garage’s construction.

Feasibility 100

Feasibility Guidelines Schedule Income 100

Mr Ethics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The project owner thinks are projections are too low because we based our study on scheduled events and not possible, non-booked events such as ice shows; kid shows; etc. Is it ethical for us to use non-scheduled events in our study? Our study will be the basis for municipal bonds to be sold to fund the garage’s construction.

Feasibility 100

Feasibility Guidelines Schedule Income 100

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 7, 2012

’s John Livengood and Patrick Kelly provided answers to this and 13 other common questions relating to the legal implications of construction schedules. In a webinar that WPL Publishing held Oct. 3, Arcadis U.S.

Legal 48

Legal Schedule Construction Plans 48

Construction Enquirer

MAY 4, 2023

Legal & General is halting production at its modular homes factory in Yorkshire after the business racked-up losses of £174m since it was set-up seven years ago. “ As a result, Legal & General is also commencing consultation with all employees around the proposal to make the majority of Modular Homes roles redundant.

Products 92

Products Legal Sustainability Consulting 92

Mr Ethics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Dear Active, Donating to candidates and PAC’s is ethical and legal so long as all rules for doing so are followed. A practice that was neither ethical nor legal. If you do public work your hosting of the PAC event could be perceived as a violation of public bidding and contract award codes of conduct and law.

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Legal Bidding Contract US 100

Mr Ethics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Dear Active, Donating to candidates and PAC’s is ethical and legal so long as all rules for doing so are followed. A practice that was neither ethical nor legal. If you do public work your hosting of the PAC event could be perceived as a violation of public bidding and contract award codes of conduct and law.

Legal 100

Legal Bidding Contract US 100

Mr Ethics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Dear Active, Donating to candidates and PAC’s is ethical and legal so long as all rules for doing so are followed. A practice that was neither ethical nor legal. If you do public work your hosting of the PAC event could be perceived as a violation of public bidding and contract award codes of conduct and law.

Legal 100

Legal Bidding Contract US 100

Construction Law

MARCH 4, 2025

Legal terms explained Nick Oury and Maddy Van Every of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explain IBAs new Site Visit Model Protocol Guest editor Nerves of steel with millions at stake For steel importers facing retrospective duty claims in excess of 25 million due to purported, post-Brexit administrative errors, the battle against HMRC is just beginning.

Construction 40

Construction Procurement Legal Insurance 40

BD+C

JUNE 7, 2013

The University of Utah broke ground today on its cutting-edge College of Law building, which will facilitate new approaches to legal education based on more hands-on learning and skills training. Body Image: read more.

Utah 66

Utah Education Legal Innovation 66

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

By agreeing to the probability that an event may occur and then the potential severity of the event, then the risk can be determine. It is important to understand that there is no regulatory or legal definition for probability and severity terms. Table 2 provides one example for determining the risk for each hazard.

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Risk Feasibility Safety Injury 156

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 1, 2017

ALL VENDORS (JOC Construction Contractors) must register at www.alliedstatescooperative.com and check off “JOC services” in the event of any addendums to the Solicitation. No other contract forms may be used, over or in lieu of the purchase order as it will negate the legally procured and awarded contract.

Contractors 100

Contractors Construction Procurement Bidding 100

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. Developers must consider potential legal issues and navigate the complex process of acquiring and developing properties.

Commercial 228

Commercial Leases Regulation Finance 228

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 26, 2023

Construction staff could face breath tests the day after industry awards or corporate events under new drugs and alcohol guidelines from Build UK. ” Workers who have been drinking the night before at an industry event “must ensure they are safely within the legal limits” before resuming their role the following day.

Industrial 75

Industrial Legal Guidelines Design 75

HardHatChat

JANUARY 6, 2020

The event also included ICSC’s 2019 North America Design and Development Awards, where Englewood, along with client American Girl and project partners, was recognized for its work on the American Girl Place store in New York City.

Retail 31

Retail Commercial Housing Construction 31

Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Legal terms explained Tse Wei Lim and Yun Wen Soh of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explain what decennial liability means.

Drafting 40

Drafting Insurance Construction Liability 40

Construction Marketing Ideas

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Last Thursday, as I travelled to Toronto for an industry event about the legislative changes at the root of our Ontario Construction News project, I received a call from one of my colleagues with some painful news. The post Loose lips, competition, and challenges of the long-haul appeared first on Construction Marketing Ideas.

News 61

News Travel Legal IDEA 61

Construction Equipment

APRIL 26, 2018

If you see a drone flying under a railroad bridge, how can you tell if that drone and its operator are legal and flying with nothing but the best intentions? Identifying what that drone operator is doing is next to impossible, unless there is a contact event and even then, the drone itself might get caught but not necessarily the operator.

Railroad 55

Railroad Commercial Legal Industrial 55

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an injury. With all of this being said, A truly good sign should not only get someone’s attention but should be useful to defend against OSHA citations or potential legal actions.

Safety 120

Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an injury. With all of this being said, A truly good sign should not only get someone’s attention but should be useful to defend against OSHA citations or potential legal actions.

Safety 120

Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

Levelset

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

However, as highlighted in the recent Wadsworth case, understanding the proper scope of what can be included in a VSOC is crucial, as filing an excessive or disputed claim can lead to severe legal and financial consequences. Wadsworth Case Background The case in question is Ralph L. Wadsworth Constr. million claim was reduced to $5.7

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Claims Colorado Change Orders Lien 52

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 27, 2022

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 law consulting firm. Give us a call. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (. yes, this blog will continue).

Risk 156

Risk Consulting Materials Security 156

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Legal experts worry that the wait might not be worth the gamble. . But waiting for legal battles carries risk, particularly if an employer has not previously experienced an OSHA inspection, Travis Vance, partner at Fisher Phillips, said during a virtual media event Thursday. Thu, 11/11/2021 - 10:22.

Employment 52

Employment OSHA Legal Regulation 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Losses like this don’t occur frequently, but you must plan for the small chance that an event like this may happen. 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. Employment practices liability.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Carol Hagen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Yes, your Legal and Information technology teams will probably influence (scare) you enough that risk tolerance decisions will need to be made. The Interface2010 Technology Symposium has this topic covered and while I attended the Scottsdale, AZ event last week, you can still catch them in a few other US cities this year.

Security 135

Security Budgeting Budget United States 135

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2011

Heck, you get trophies for participating in an event—not winning it. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. If you ask me, competition is what’s missing these days. It’s easy to get preoccupied with trying to level the playing field. Which brings me to my main point: Competition is healthy.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

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. Disruption damages can also be caused by an “event [that] both disrupts and delays a critical path activity….” The Court’s Decision.

Claims 118

Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 118

Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. If it’s a new situation, it may be necessary to devise workarounds to issues as diverse as legal risks, worker training, or cash flow concerns.

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Management Construction Risk Cash Flow 156

Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

David Jaffe, NAHB's VP of legal advocacy, says the site includes an online test that members can take to gauge their wellbeing. The event revealed that an estimated 5,000 construction workers kill themselves each year, and the triggers include physical trauma, chronic pain, deadlines and long hours, and fear of unemployment. “I

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NAHB Construction Safety Organization 124

Levelset

JULY 5, 2022

There are several different types of property liens , which are legal claims against the property held by a debtor. Any legal financial-related data that is public record can be included in a credit report.” – Nate Budde, construction lawyer. Any legal financial-related data (judgments, liens, garnishments, etc.) What is a lien?

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Lien Bankruptcy Legal Claims 96

Construction Dive

JANUARY 9, 2013

By Bruce JervisIn an industry which makes such extensive use of contractual documentation, some complain of obtuse or arcane legal terminology. This is clear, longstanding legal terminology. It means an event which must occur before a legal obligation arises.

Contract 48

Contract Subcontracting Legal Ohio 48

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

Like every legal question, the answer is: It depends! City of Franklin , the Court of Appeals of Tennessee held that an owner’s actual knowledge of the events giving rise to the claims at issue did not bar recovery even though the contractors did not strictly comply with the notice requirements.

Claims 82

Claims Contract Legal New York 82