As the independent contractor versus employee status debate evolves across the United States through legislation, court decisions, and agency enforcement actions, the NLRB clarified its standard on Jan. 25, 2019.
Legislative Strategies for Prevailing Wage Laws
While a U.S. Court of Appeals upheld California’s prevailing wage law, Legislators in Michigan and Missouri repealed or rolled back such laws. A legislative strategy to repeal, rollback or maintain may be more successful than challenging in court.
The Hidden Price of Outdated Damage Prevention Laws: Part I
Excavators typically bear the risk of delays, cost overruns and legal liability when underground utilities are damaged. Improve the damage prevention process with better practices and technologies.
Denver Updates Law in Favor of ‘Cool’ Roofs
The Denver City Council voted unanimously to adopt new legislation requiring light-colored, reflective cool roofs on buildings exceeding 25,000 square feet.
St. Louis County Council Eliminates Apprenticeship Requirements
In a 5 to 2 vote, the St. Louis County Council approved changes to the way contracts are awarded--namely removing the requirement that bidders on construction projects have DOL-approved apprenticeship programs.
Assessing Risk From Misrepresented or Faulty Products
If a contractor is aware that a supplier has been implicated in legal proceedings regarding representations of product quality, there are a number of steps to take in order to properly assess risk.
NLRB Proposes Revision to Joint Employer Standard
The National Labor Relations Board is reviewing public comments submitted on a proposed standard that aims to foster predictability, consistency and stability for determining joint employer liability under the National Labor Relations Act.
Beware of Indemnification Clauses
A number of options and risk management techniques can be utilized to help mitigate the liabilities inherent in indemnification clauses.












