Enforcing a Mechanic’s Lien
When a subcontractor or supplier has not been paid for work performed, there are six general steps that most states require to file and enforce a mechanic’s lien.
Subrogation, Anti-Subrogation and Waiver of Subrogation
Understanding subrogation, anti-subrogation and waiver of subrogation through insurance policies, contracts and the law is essential to proactive risk management planning and post-loss claim adjustment.
Texas Approves Law Ensuring Fair and Open Competition
Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law Neutrality in State Government Contracting (H.B. 985), which ensures Texas’ entire skilled construction workforce can compete on a level playing field for public works contracts to build projects utilizing state funding or credit.
Proactive Compliance Limits Risk of Disruptive Immigration Raids
While the addition of foreign workers can help alleviate some contractors’ staffing woes, it also brings more stringent regulatory requirements, compliance concerns and enforcement exposure—from Form I-9 audits and worksite raids, to steep civil penalties for any immigration law violations.
Builder’s Risk Coverage—Language Matters
Builders’ risk policies generally include exclusions for faulty design, materials and workmanship, but the exact language used in the policy matters.
Nevada: PLA Neutrality Repealed, Prevailing Wage Reforms Rolled Back
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) recently signed into law two pieces of legislation that will revise construction provisions on public works projects.
Merit Shop Construction and the 2019 Labor Agenda
Now in its third year, the Trump administration has continued to push ahead with pro-business deregulation on a number of important labor issues, though several court decisions have slowed the pace and created uncertainty.
Workforce Development and Access to Workers Remain Critical Priorities for the Construction Industry
By prioritizing policies that strengthen workforce development initiatives, the Trump administration, in its first two years, has created a favorable landscape for the construction industry to educate its workers, introduce new people to the industry and contribute to the growth of the U.S. economy.
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