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Crane Operator Requirement Delayed Another Year

by Construction Executive | Oct 23, 2017
Legal and Regulatory

OSHA’s mandatory crane operator certification requirement, which was supposed to take effect this month after an initial implementation date of 2014, has been delayed again until November 2018.

The Importance of Having the ‘Right’ Attorney on a Contractor’s Expansion Team

by Peter J. Lamont | Oct 20, 2017
Business | Business Development | Business Risk | Legal and Regulatory

Before expanding, contractors should consult a qualified and experienced attorney to provide valuable insight and limit exposure, risk and liability.

Better Manage Project Risk With New AIA Documents Insurance Exhibit

by Caitlin Sweeney | Oct 12, 2017
Insurance | Legal and Regulatory

AIA recently released an insurance exhibit to use in conjunction with AIA Documents to help owners and contractors navigate the constantly changing construction insurance industry.

Avoid Disputes From Incorporation by Reference Clauses in Surety Bonds

by Scott D. Cessar | Oct 10, 2017
Legal and Regulatory | Surety Bonding

The recent Maryland Court of Special Appeals opinion in the case of Schneider Electric v. Western Surety Company underscores the problematic interaction of incorporation by reference clauses in surety bonds.

Navigating Renewable Energy Project Agreements

by Monica Wilson Dozier | Oct 10, 2017
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Successful negotiation of engineering and construction agreements in the renewable sector depends on the unique characteristics of each proposed project, as well as the thorough assessment of risks.

Expanding Architects’ Practice with the Revised AIA Scope Agreements

by Construction Executive | Oct 9, 2017
Legal and Regulatory

To keep up with legal and practice developments, AIA Contract Documents released a comprehensive set of revisions to its 2017 architect scope agreements.

Three Contract Options for Differing Site Conditions

by Larry Watkins | Oct 9, 2017
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

There are three contract options to allocate the risk of differing site conditions: the owner bears all subsurface condition risks, the contractor bears all the risks, or the owner and contractor share the risks.

What Does Environmental Protection Mean to the Construction Industry?

by Phil Casto | Oct 9, 2017
Legal and Regulatory | Policy | Risk Management | Safety

An environmental management system can help contractors house their project permits, regulatory compliance information, storm water pollution prevention plans, and training and inspection records.

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Crane Operator Requirement Delayed Another Year

The Importance of Having the ‘Right’ Attorney on a Contractor’s Expansion Team

Better Manage Project Risk With New AIA Documents Insurance Exhibit

Avoid Disputes From Incorporation by Reference Clauses in Surety Bonds

Navigating Renewable Energy Project Agreements

Expanding Architects’ Practice with the Revised AIA Scope Agreements

Three Contract Options for Differing Site Conditions

What Does Environmental Protection Mean to the Construction Industry?

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