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General Contractors’ Insurance Protections for a Subcontractor’s Defective Work

by Amanda M. Leffler, Anastasia J. Wade | May 27, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

Courts nationwide have struggled with the scope of coverage for a commercial general liability policy for damages from faulty subcontractor workmanship. An Ohio decision may result in the need for additional coverage.

How Contractors Can Thrive Despite Tariffs and Labor Shortages

by John Robbins | May 23, 2019
Business | Business Development | Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Taxes

How can contractors weather this perfect storm of escalating costs and a shortage of workers? Here are a few tips.

How Surety Bond Claims Can Destroy a Contractor

by Eric Weisbrot | May 17, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk | Surety Bonding

To avoid a surety bond claim, contractors must know their limits, understand time and budget requirements for each project, and recognize the skills it takes to get the job done.

Avoiding Discriminatory Hiring Practices

by David Jones | May 15, 2019
Human Resources | Law | Legal and Regulatory

Employers should ensure hiring practices comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act. I-9 practices should be consistent and applicants should not be treated differently based on status or national origin.

Is Marijuana on the Construction Jobsite Okay Now?

by Construction Executive | May 15, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Wellness

Under federal law, marijuana remains illegal. Thus, it is critical for employers to evaluate the law in their state and determine how they will address marijuana in the workplace.

Avoid Misunderstanding the Importance of Contract Ratios

by Robert Mercado, Megan Moriarty | May 15, 2019
Accounting | Business | Contracts | Finance | Legal and Regulatory

Without a proper understanding of the ratios specific to the construction industry, contractors run the risk of compromising their financial strength.

All About the Miller Act: Protections for Subcontractors and Suppliers

by Mary Bacon | May 13, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Surety Bonding

The Miller Act requires general contractors to obtain payment bonds so that subcontractors and suppliers are guaranteed payment on federal projects.

Gov. Holcomb Signs Funding Package for Major Indianapolis Projects

by Nick Steingart | May 7, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Indiana lawmakers removed a provision in the state law that mandated project labor agreements (PLAs) on jobs affiliated with the Marion County Capital Improvements Board.
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