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Rethinking NEPA

by Peter Comstock | Jun 1, 2023
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Washington Update

The federal permitting process needs to be reformed—starting with an overhaul of the National Environmental Policy Act.

Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing Applied to Pass-Through Agreements

by Scott D. Cessar | May 30, 2023
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

The legal practice every subcontractor should know before entering an agreement with a general contractor and building owner.

Six Ways to Put the Brakes on Social Inflation

by Julie Zando-Dennis | May 9, 2023
Contracts | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

With social inflation rising faster than general inflation, contractors, brokers, agents and insurance providers can work together to quell those claim costs.

Labor Pains

by Peter Comstock | May 1, 2023
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Washington Update

The Biden administration’s signature legislative accomplishments—including the bipartisan infrastructure bill—could actually disrupt key infrastructure and energy projects.

Key Provisions Every Subcontractor Should Consider Before Entering an Agreement

by Trent Cotney | Apr 24, 2023
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Nine stipulations to keep in mind when you're signing a contract.

Four Digital Transformation Outcomes Beneficial for Environmental Compliance

by Luke Jacobs | Apr 12, 2023
Legal and Regulatory | Regulations

As construction spending continues to rise, so could the number of projects, broadening the scope of inspections needed to ensure environmental compliance.

Pay Attention to Details in the Infrastructure Investment Act

by Josh Mahan | Apr 4, 2023
Infrastructure | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Markets

Understanding Buy America requirements is key to managing federally funded projects.

Mr. Smith Goes to Ways and Means

by Peter Comstock | Apr 1, 2023
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Washington Update

Just in time for tax day, a stalwart ally of Main Street takes the reins of a key House committee—where he could play a crucial role in defending expiring provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
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