The State of Damage Prevention in 2019
DOT finalized regulations for damage prevention that allow the federal government to supersede the states where underground infrastructure is not sufficiently protected.
Digital Technology Can Resolve Low-Touch Claims in Hours, Not Days
With digital technology, minor claims can be processed faster—sometimes in a matter of hours. But automated claims processing need not come at the expense of personalized service.
Gov. Pritzker Signs Local ‘Right-to-work’ Ban in Illinois
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation that precludes political subdivisions of the state from enacting local “right-to-work” laws.
Hold Harmless and Indemnity Provisions: What Did I Agree to Do?
Indemnity provisions usually include a requirement to hold harmless and defend another party. Generally, the upstream party tries to shift risk to a downstream party. Just because indemnity is legal doesn’t mean it’s fair.
Florida Bill Brings Transparency to Permitting Process
In the opening month of the Florida legislative session, H.B. 127 passed both chambers with unanimous support.
The Tension Between State Payment Statutes and Contractual Forum Selection Clauses
State payment statutes may bar contract terms requiring disputes on in-state projects to be litigated in other states. A Pennsylvania court ruled that the contractual forum selection takes precedence over the state provision.
How Performance Bonds Work in Construction
A performance bond guarantees a contractor's performance under a contract. Here’s an overview of why they are required and how they work.
Fair and Open Competition Act Introduced in Congress
Rep. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) introduced the Fair and Open Competition Act (H.R. 1858/S. 907), which prevents federal agencies and recipients of federal funding from requiring contractors to sign project labor agreements as a condition of winning federal or federally assisted construction contracts.
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