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The Critical Need to Comply With Contractual Notice Provisions in Light of COVID-19’s Cost and Schedule Impacts

by James T. Dixon | May 13, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

As COVID-19 affects cost and schedule on construction projects, contractors must preserve and protect rights to additional compensation and schedule relief.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

by Steven C. Russo, John L. Mascialino, Robert C. Epstein, Zackary D. Knaub, David C. Jensen | May 6, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Project Delivery | Project Management

The coronavirus is generating unprecedented delays, disruptions and uncertainty on construction projects. Mitigate project impacts by assessing local shutdown orders and evaluating contract terms.

Natural Disasters Don’t Have to Be the End for Construction Projects

by Daniel Kapner | May 6, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Risk

Contractors must be sure contracts and insurance policies cover severe weather events and understand their rights and responsibilities so if disaster strikes, they can get the project back on track.

Congress Seeks to Support Businesses Through Pandemic

by Peter Comstock | May 1, 2020
ABCs | Legal and Regulatory | Policy | Washington Update

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted communities, the health care system and the economy. For the construction industry, the crisis has forced work stoppages, delayed projects and caused lost jobs throughout the country. While many [...]

Businesses Address New Unemployment Options for Independent Contractors

by Richard Reibstein, Janet Barsky | Apr 29, 2020
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Federal and state laws have historically barred independent contractors and other non-employees from unemployment insurance benefits—until the COVID-19 crisis descended on the U.S. workforce. How can companies handle the unintended consequences?

How ICE on the Jobsite Has (and Hasn’t) Been Affected by COVID-19

by David Jones | Apr 29, 2020
Human Resources | Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Before ICE shows up at the worksite, know rights and obligations and have protocols in place. Make sure employees hired after Nov. 6, 1986 have properly completed and documented I-9s.

Essential Contract Terms to Include in All Construction Contracts

by Laura A. Colca | Apr 29, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Don’t overlook three critical provisions in construction contract—scope of work, dispute resolution and force majeure. If problems arise, resolution will be easier and less costly for everyone.

Now Is the Time to Master These Construction Fundamentals

Now is the time for contractors to take a look as licensing, insurance, contracts, credentials, training and processes to prepare for what comes next and what will sustain them for the future.

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The Critical Need to Comply With Contractual Notice Provisions in Light of COVID-19’s Cost and Schedule Impacts

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

Natural Disasters Don’t Have to Be the End for Construction Projects

Congress Seeks to Support Businesses Through Pandemic

Businesses Address New Unemployment Options for Independent Contractors

How ICE on the Jobsite Has (and Hasn’t) Been Affected by COVID-19

Essential Contract Terms to Include in All Construction Contracts

Now Is the Time to Master These Construction Fundamentals

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