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Maintaining Relationships With Higher-Tiered Subcontractors While Considering a Claim

by Mary Bacon | Mar 15, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

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.

Technology, Contracts and Jobsite Safety

by Jason Lambert | Mar 15, 2019
Contracts | Data Analytics | Safety | Wearables

Contracts should specify that technology requirements are in addition to other safety requirements, and that compliance with relevant codes and regulations is required.

How the Construction Industry Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones

by Dominick Sekich | Mar 11, 2019
Business | Business Development | Legislation

The Opportunity Zone program creates opportunities and potential challenges for members of the construction industry. Contractors and design professionals are strongly advised to think about the impacts of the program if they participate in projects subject to the program’s rules.

Passage of Criminal Justice Reform Opens Up Opportunities for Construction Skills Training

by Drew Schneider | Mar 7, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Policy

The FIRST STEP Act empowers those committed to reforming their lives with opportunities to learn the hard and soft skills to land jobs and thrive when re-entering society.

Five Issues to Consider Before Signing a Liquidation Agreement

by Mary Bacon | Mar 5, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Before signing a liquidation agreement, consider all the issues.

Illinois Adopts New Energy Code

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 5, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Markets | Public | Regulations

The 2018 International Energy Conservation Code is now state law across Illinois, with the intent of increasing energy efficiency and lowering operating costs for commercial buildings.

Court Upholds Repeal of Michigan Prevailing Wage Law

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 5, 2019
Law | Legal and Regulatory

The Michigan Court of Claims upheld a 2018 decision by the Michigan Legislature to repeal the state’s prevailing wage law, dismissing claims by the union-led group Protecting Michigan Workers.

Code Changes Pave Way for CLT in Tall Buildings and Spark Flammability Debate

by Sam Barnes | Mar 5, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Regulations

New codes, which will be included in the 2021 IBC, create three types of mass timber construction and set fire safety requirements and allowable heights.

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Maintaining Relationships With Higher-Tiered Subcontractors While Considering a Claim

Technology, Contracts and Jobsite Safety

How the Construction Industry Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones

Passage of Criminal Justice Reform Opens Up Opportunities for Construction Skills Training

Five Issues to Consider Before Signing a Liquidation Agreement

Illinois Adopts New Energy Code

Court Upholds Repeal of Michigan Prevailing Wage Law

Code Changes Pave Way for CLT in Tall Buildings and Spark Flammability Debate

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