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The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

by Virginia K. Trunkes | Apr 22, 2020
Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

While a myriad of government responses have permeated the United States depending on location, demographics and the severity of the COVID-19 crisis, the Federal Reserve remains determined to “provide as much relief and stability as [possible] during this period.”

Essential Construction Worker Safety Considerations Amid COVID-19

by David Perecman | Apr 22, 2020
Law | Legal and Regulatory

Due to the volume of information being shared among organizations, it is important to stay up-to-date on best practices to prevent the spread of infection and monitor for industry-wide guidelines.

How Construction Businesses Can Benefit From Qualified Opportunity Zones

by John Blake | Apr 22, 2020
Business | Business Development | Legislation

The QOZ program defers (and potentially eliminates) individuals’ capital gains taxes when they finance capital improvements in pre-approved, economically depressed land tracts called opportunity zones. Here's how the program can benefit contractors.

Reduce Change Order Disputes With Improved Processes and Procedures

Contractors can reduce change order disputes with clear, systematic procedures that document facts.

Make Certain Drone Policies Also Manage Risk

by Sabah Petrov, Mark R. Berry | Apr 15, 2020
Drones / UAV’s | Legal and Regulatory

Conformity with FAA regulations is just the start to a robust and legally compliant drone program. Contractors also need a risk management program that addresses prevention and mitigation.

COVID-19’s Effect on Filing Construction Liens

by Gary Strong | Apr 15, 2020
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Contractors working during the pandemic may not be paid on time, leading to more lien and payment bond claims, but filing lien claims may be more difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Federal Reserve Announces Main Street Lending Program

by ABC | Apr 15, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Last week, the Federal Reserve took additional actions to provide up to $2.3 trillion in loans to support the economy during the COVID-19 health crisis.

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

When critical path activities are delayed by the owner (or another party), contractors will sometimes “pace,” or slow down, other activities to match the owner-caused delay. What should contractors do to preserve their rights to obtain more than a simple time extension?

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The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

Essential Construction Worker Safety Considerations Amid COVID-19

How Construction Businesses Can Benefit From Qualified Opportunity Zones

Reduce Change Order Disputes With Improved Processes and Procedures

Make Certain Drone Policies Also Manage Risk

COVID-19’s Effect on Filing Construction Liens

Federal Reserve Announces Main Street Lending Program

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

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