Decision Opens the Door to Joint Employer Liability for Contractors
On Jan. 25, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals dealt a significant blow to the traditional contractor-subcontractor relationship.
Prepare for Changes to Aerial Work Platform Regulations
Canadian and U.S. regulations for the safe use of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), ANSI A92 and CSA B254, are being updated in an effort to better align with international standards (ISO 16368).
Before Employees Leave, Protect Your Assets
Construction companies that cater to the demands unique to each type of employee will find an edge in the employment marketplace.
What Merit Shop Contractors Should Expect From the Trump Administration
Construction industry leaders are already seeing a sharp contrast with the anti-business agenda of the Obama administration.
ICE Is Coming for Undocumented Workers: How to Prevent Corporate Frostbite
Undocumented workers and the businesses that knowingly or unknowingly employ them are coming under the microscope.
Financial Statement Red Flags to Detect Internal Theft: Construction Contractors Can Minimize Financial Damage by Recognizing Fraud
Financial statement fraud is a real threat to businesses large and small across all industries. The first line of defense against these criminal activities is the implementation of systems, policies and controls intended to safeguard an organization and deter fraud or stop it in its tracks at the first sign of detection.
Resolving Disputes and Negotiating Contracts Without Breaking the Bank
Legal services are notoriously expensive, yet they are necessary to protect companies and their owners, assert legal rights, recover payment for construction services and defend against meritless claims.
Reduce Lien Exposure With Anti-Assignment Clauses
Property owners, general contractors, subcontractors and materials providers must understand their rights and obligations with respect to construction liens in order to avoid delays in finalizing a project.
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