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Risks to Consider When Bidding on a Construction Project

Forward-looking contractors integrate risk management in their bidding process. It involves careful planning of project schedule, realistic budget assessment and systematic mapping of potential obstacles.

What Should Be in Every Construction Agreement

by Patrick Barthet | Oct 7, 2019
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

A detailed and coherent construction agreement on every job minimizes confusion, makes clear everyone’s responsibilities and reduces disputes. There are six key things to address in every construction agreement.

Immigration Reform Remains Elusive in Divided Congress

by Peter Comstock | Oct 1, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Immigration reform will likely go largely unaddressed this year and remain a top issue in the 2020 elections while the arguments over partisan proposals get louder and employers continue to struggle under the current system.

Construction Lien Waiver Provisions Contractors Should Be Using

Not all lien waivers are created equal. While lien waivers include a release of liens, they can also include language on payment to lower-tier subs, indemnification and defective work.

Important Deadline: Submit EEO-1 Component 2 Compensation Data by Sept. 30

by ABC | Sep 25, 2019
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Total Human Health

Certain employers will be required for the first time to submit detailed data on employee compensation and hours worked for calendar years 2017 and 2018 to the EEOC as part of their annual EEO-1 form submission by Sept. 30, 2019.

The Utility of Arbitration Agreements in the Construction Industry

by Brian L. Gardner, Jason R. Finkelstein | Sep 24, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

The Epic Systems decision provided uniformity across the country and the assurance that arbitration and class waiver agreements will be enforced nationwide if properly drafted and freely executed.

Assignment of Benefits Agreements Are Subject to New Legislation

by Nate Budde | Sep 20, 2019
Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

When emergency repairs are required, an assignment of benefits lets contractors perform work and file a claim directly with the insurance company. Some states have implemented new regulations for AOBs.

Unlike Books, It’s Okay to Judge a Subcontractor by Its Cover(age)

by Brian C. Richardson | Sep 19, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Safety

Creating and implementing a subcontractor prequalification program is not only prudent, but may be required by the GC’s CGL policy as a precondition to coverage.

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Risks to Consider When Bidding on a Construction Project

What Should Be in Every Construction Agreement

Immigration Reform Remains Elusive in Divided Congress

Construction Lien Waiver Provisions Contractors Should Be Using

Important Deadline: Submit EEO-1 Component 2 Compensation Data by Sept. 30

The Utility of Arbitration Agreements in the Construction Industry

Assignment of Benefits Agreements Are Subject to New Legislation

Unlike Books, It’s Okay to Judge a Subcontractor by Its Cover(age)

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