PLA Neutrality Becomes Law in Kentucky
H.B. 135 is now law in Kentucky after passing the Senate in March by a 26 to 10 vote and the House of Representatives in February by a narrower 50 to 44 vote.
The Value of Burden: Accounting for Indirect Cost Improves Performance and Profitability
Ensuring that the project estimating team can predict both direct and indirect costs secures more efficient bids. The company will then have more accurate data to predict the profit the job will actually return once fully burdened.
DOL Issues Overtime Proposal
The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking to raise the current minimum salary for exemption from $455 per week ($23,660 annualized) to $679 per week ($35,308 annualized).
FAA Seeks Comments on Updated Drone Regulations
Stakeholders have until April 15 to submit comments on the Federal Aviation Administration’s proposed rule to allow the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (drones) at night and over people under certain conditions without obtaining a waiver.
The Defense of Unpreventable Employee Misconduct
Employers faced with OSHA violations may rely on the defense of “unpreventable employee misconduct” but they are not relieved of responsibility simply because an employee did not follow the rules.
Subcontractor Claims: Tips to Avoid and Bolster Potential Claims Against General Contractors
A recent court case reaffirmed core principles for avoiding subcontractor claims - read the contract, document, don’t write anything that shouldn’t be used in a trial, and clarify and confirm.
Technology, Contracts and Jobsite Safety
Contracts should specify that technology requirements are in addition to other safety requirements, and that compliance with relevant codes and regulations is required.
Maintaining Relationships With Higher-Tiered Subcontractors While Considering a Claim
Subcontractors pursuing a claim against a higher-tiered subcontractor need to walk a fine line. Here are tips for making the best of a difficult situation without jeopardizing relationships.
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