Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2011

I will also be participating in an upcoming green building legal webinar with the ABA Fidelity and Surety Law Committee. Entitled Keys to Managing Green Construction Risks, Liability and Litigation , this program will focus on the key concerns and solutions to the ever changing green construction culture.

Green 159

Green Liability Legal Risk 159

BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

After offices and other places of business reopen following COVID-19 shutdowns , tenants and owners face increased legal liability, and property insurance plans may not cover this risk.

Liability 72

Liability Risk Office Insurance 72

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Every business, small or large, that embarks on a construction project needs builder's risk insurance because it typically covers things that property and liability policies don't, legal experts say.

Risk 114

Risk Liability Insurance Legal 114

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

A construction business needs need public liability insurance , and employers’ liability insurance if you employ staff. Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Legal Documents. There are many different types of insurance in the United Kingdom.

Documentation 120

Documentation Insurance Legal Liability 120

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Worries about legal liability have long dogged the sustainable building movement, but insurance expert Karen Erger (Locton Companies) and attorney Eric Singer (Ice Miller LLP) say sustainability lawsuits are caused by the same types of issues that have always prompted clients to sue AEC firms. read more.

Liability 72

Liability Risk Insurance Green 72

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Liability insurance protects your business against claims for damages caused by you and your workers, if you have any. The two most common liability insurance policies for contractors are general liability and professional liability. What are general liability and professional liability insurance?

Liability 52

Liability Insurance Claims Legal 52

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 13, 2017

The recommendation here is that in an environment of strict liability hazardous substance laws, from CERCLA and its state counterparts to local lead based paint codes, attorneys should be contracting with those undertaking hazardous substance investigations and the like. And it may be much more than that.

Consulting 153

Consulting Contract Drafting Legal 153

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 1, 2022

Going forward there will be a long-term asset offset by a current liability and a long-term liability. According to ASC 842-10-55-12, these leases “should be classified in accordance with the lease classification criteria applicable to all other leases on the basis of the legally enforceable terms and conditions of the lease.”

Leases 177

Leases FASB Finance Accounting 177

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Professional liability insurance provides contractors coverage from financial losses that happen as a result of their errors, mistakes, or negligence. In that case, professional liability insurance would generally provide the plumber with reimbursement for legal fees, settlements, and judgments.

Liability 52

Liability Insurance Injury Contract 52

Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2022

It also ensures you’re not spending money on hospital bills, treating injured workers, and legal liabilities. . Doing so promotes workers’ health and can increase your firm’s overall productivity. With that said, here are safety precautions to promote safety in a multi-level construction site: .

Safety 336

Safety Site Construction Inspections 336

Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Building Liability Orders (BLOs) were introduced by s.130

Liability 40

Liability Legal Claims Safety 40

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common construction liability issues and provide strategies to address them effectively.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

EPA’s direct final rule allowing the use of the new ASTM E1527-13 “Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process” to satisfy the requirements for conducting “all appropriate inquiries” to qualify for liability protections. The EPA rule is at [link].

Site 120

Site Liability Compensation Legal 120

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

Dear Mr. Ethics, My partners are telling me we should be forming limited liability corporations for every project we do. s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. They tell me that these “L.L.C.’s”

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

Dear Mr. Ethics, My partners are telling me we should be forming limited liability corporations for every project we do. s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. They tell me that these “L.L.C.’s”

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

Dear Mr. Ethics, My partners are telling me we should be forming limited liability corporations for every project we do. s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. They tell me that these “L.L.C.’s”

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

When renters sign up to be Airbnb hosts, they open liability issues for building owners. Airbnb’s popularity has skyrocketed, offering appealing, affordable experiences to travelers and an easy way for renters to make quick cash. The overwhelming majority of Airbnb travelers use properties responsibly.

Liability 40

Liability Legal Travel 40

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

In an era when concern over legal liability for building claims is real, not only enforced by the FTC and state attorneys’ generals, but also in consumer class action suits, it is likely unwise to make the claim that a building is net zero energy use or the like, what does net zero mean?

Certification 296

Certification DC Site Green 296

FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. Cases like this leave us asking “what can be done?”. Could a part that weighs 10 lb.

Regulation 156

Regulation OSHA Feasibility Accidents 156

FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. Cases like this leave us asking “what can be done?”. Could a part that weighs 10 lb.

Regulation 156

Regulation OSHA Feasibility Accidents 156

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

With respect to the likelihood of legal liability associated with the application of insecticides or failure to apply, it is the failure to act properly that may have the greater likelihood for landlord liability.

Liability 120

Liability Management Plans Florida 120

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.”. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Construction Law

AUGUST 5, 2024

Constructive acceleration often refers to a situation where the contract administrator (or equivalent) fails to award an extension of time (“EOT”) to which the contractor is entitled, and the contractor is compelled to accelerate the works to meet the original completion date, essentially to avoid liability for liquidated damages.

Legal 52

Legal Liability Construction Contract 52

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

When renters sign up to be Airbnb hosts, they open liability issues for building owners. Airbnb’s popularity has skyrocketed, offering appealing, affordable experiences to travelers and an easy way for renters to make quick cash. The overwhelming majority of Airbnb travelers use properties responsibly.

Liability 40

Liability Legal Travel 40

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Environmental Protection Agency as satisfying its All Appropriate Inquiry rule to obtain protections from liability under CERCLA, the federal Superfund law, something that is expected to happen by rulemaking at some point in 2022. Liability from old dry cleaners in retail sites that are beyond the boundaries of the “subject property” (.

Site 156

Site Liability Green United States 156

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 7, 2016

Given the large number of inquiries we have responded to about Zika, including about liability for building owners, this is a repost of an updated version of my February blog post on the subject. But where a building has an insect management plan, the negligent implementation of a plan may arguably give rise to liability.

Liability 120

Liability Puerto Rico Management Plans 120

Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

Surety bonds are financial guarantees that are issued to ensure the individual or company who obtains the bond will perform work in a legally compliant manner and will avoid fraud and misconduct. Surety – The bonding company that guarantees the principal’s ethical operations and legal compliance by issuing the bond.

Contractors 156

Contractors Legal Bidding Contract 156

Green Building Law Update

MAY 21, 2017

There can be real legal jeopardy and significant dollar liability for those failing to address the issues associated with solar panels. This firm regularly receives inquiries arising from commercial real estate transactions that have not adequately addressed matters of solar panels, PPAs, tax credits and the like.

Housing 232

Housing Leases Agreement Residential 232

Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. Builder’s Risk Insurance General Liability Insurance Coverage Covers a building under construction—and often tools, equipment, and materials related to the project.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Insurance Contractors 52

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

More than 39% of LEED NC 2009 projects have achieved the Green Power credit, arguably the most common rating system for a building being sold this year, but we know anecdotally the obligation is rarely disclosed in a contract of sale; something potentially imposing post closing liability on the seller.

Agreement 176

Agreement Green Contract Certification 176

ENR Construction

JUNE 27, 2018

Are the liability and risk reduction departments ready for it? 3D Printing is here on construction sites around the globe and it's delivering everything from concrete walls to welded bridges.

Legal 57

Legal Liability Construction Concrete 57

Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. Meanwhile, crane accidents have a significant economic impact, costing the construction industry billions in medical expenses, legal fees, property damage, and lost productivity.

Certification 172

Certification Site Accidents OSHA 172

Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Failing to handle absence requests properly could expose employers to liability under those laws. .

Legal 59

Legal OSHA Employment Liability 59

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

These new laws are the Companies (Strategic Report) (Climate-related Financial Disclosure) Regulations 2022 and the Limited Liability Partnerships (Climate-related Financial Disclosure) Regulations 2022. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a blog www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (. yes, this blog will continue).

Regulation 194

Regulation Risk Sustainability Management 194

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 1, 2017

Make certain that the roles, responsibilities, tools, requirements and liabilities associated with the JOC are specified. It is important to review all Job Order Contract provisions to assure avoidance of any unnecessary financial risk or potential legal issues. [1]. Please seek appropriate legal counsel.

Contract 100

Contract Legal United States Documentation 100

FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights. An effective company representative is essential to the company’s success in minimizing OSHA liability.

OSHA 156

OSHA Inspections Conference Employment 156

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2016

More than 60% of that subset was in jurisdictions with a mandatory green building law creating liability for the architect among others. The case instructs there is no more liability arising from green building versus other construction, but that the liability is different.

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Drafting Green Contract Documentation 120