2020 Executive Insights: Construction Law
Industry experts share experiences and offer best practices in construction law.
Amid a Global Pandemic, the 2020 Election Takes Shape
With the exit of Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) from the 2020 Democratic Presidential Primary, two familiar names are left at the top of the ticket: President Donald J. Trump and former two-time Vice President Joe Biden.
Understanding and Meeting ANSI’s New Rules for Aerial Platforms
ANSI has changed its name for Aerial Work Platforms to Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, reclassified them into two groups and types, and established a new set of rules for their safe operation.
Where You Can Lead—Lead
Meet Associated Builders and Contractors' Young Professional of the Year, Brandon Mabile.
Advice for Navigating Construction Contracts During COVID-19
Before filing a claim for cost or delay due to the pandemic, review the contract for a force majeure provision. If none, there may be other basis, such as unavailability of labor and materials and social distancing rules that impeded work.
Are Unpaid Internships the Answer During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Internships are a key component to educating and training the industry’s future workforce. However, contractors must first consider Fair Labor Standards Act or state-equivalent wage-and-hour laws.
This Job Would Be Great if It Wasn’t for . . .
Manage difficult or inexperienced owners and their expectation by including contract provisions that reduce their ability to delay a project, withhold payment or interfere with construction.
Weighing the Necessity of PPP Loans
After approving the Payroll Protection Program, the government added requirements and other concerns. The U.S. Treasury has sought to address these issues, and contractors can take some internal precautions as well.
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