On Feb. 6, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the deceptively named Protecting the Right to Organize Act. The PRO Act is rife with policies that impose radical changes to settled U.S. labor law, benefiting big labor at the expense of workers’ rights and the well-being of the nation’s small businesses.
Demystifying the Surety Industry’s Expedited Dispute Resolution Bond
An EDR bond expedites dispute resolution between parties to the bond as to the surety’s obligation for project completion when a contractor defaults.
Legal Benefits and Pitfalls of Contractor Quality Control Programs
A QC program can minimize project costs and defective workmanship and guard against risks associated with disputes. A poor QC program can create hidden problems that may result in unanticipated costs if disputes arise.
The Moving Finish Line: Statutes of Limitation and Repose Are Not Always What They Seem
Determining the end date for liability isn’t as simple as reviewing applicable statutes of limitation and repose. The federal government may file a suit decades after construction is complete.
Costly PRO Act Would Obstruct Workers’ and States’ Rights
The Protecting the Right to Organize Act (H.R. 2474/S. 1306) headed for approval in the House of Representatives in February. The bill, known as the PRO Act, is rife with policies that impose radical changes [...]
Allocating Responsibility and Damage Costs in Multi-Party Construction Disputes
In construction defect disputes, there is little consensus on how to allocate responsibility and costs to implicated parties.
Interpreting ADA Requirements in Renovations and New Construction
Making the world accessible for people of all abilities requires new construction and renovations that comply with ADA Standards. Doing so establishes the integrity and diligence of contractors that make the extra effort to protect customers from ADA litigation.
Embrace the ELD Mandate to Increase Efficiency, Productivity and Safety
Whether working with drivers to embrace new technology or exploring other means of enhancing what’s already in place, the ELD mandate is a chance for construction fleet owners to drive greater business efficiency and increase worker productivity and safety.












