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Assessing Risk From Misrepresented or Faulty Products

by Matthew Olesh | Oct 9, 2018
Dispute Resolution | Law | Legal and Regulatory

If a contractor is aware that a supplier has been implicated in legal proceedings regarding representations of product quality, there are a number of steps to take in order to properly assess risk.

Vote Like Your Work Depends on It

by Nick Steingart | Oct 9, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Total Human Health

Contractors and their employees can let lawmakers know they’ll be held accountable for the decisions that impact the construction industry by voting this November.

NLRB Proposes Revision to Joint Employer Standard

by Joanna Masterson | Oct 9, 2018
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The National Labor Relations Board is reviewing public comments submitted on a proposed standard that aims to foster predictability, consistency and stability for determining joint employer liability under the National Labor Relations Act.

The Availability of Contractual Defenses to Sureties in Miller Act Payment Bond Claims

by Scott D. Cessar | Oct 4, 2018
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Surety Bonding

A federal court's ruling in favor of a subcontractor’s delay claim, despite no damage for delay language in the subcontract, presents a potentially potent weapon for unpaid subcontractors and prime contractors.

Using Prompt Payment Laws to Fill the Voids Created by Lien Waivers

by Ashley B. Nichols | Oct 2, 2018
Legal and Regulatory

Prompt payment laws ensure prompt and efficient payment on certain construction projects. Contractors and subcontractors should not be afraid to use these laws as a tool to get funds owed.

Contractors and Engineers Face Environmental Vulnerability Under CERCLA

by Steven L. Hoch | Sep 28, 2018
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

Because contractors and engineers can be liable for moving contaminated soil and debris, they should look for a contract that specifies the scope of work and removes them from the classifications of responsible parties under CERCLA.

Don’t Put Construction Industry Growth in Jeopardy This November

by Peter Comstock | Sep 27, 2018
Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Total Human Health

During the past two years, the United States has seen real economic growth within the construction industry—tied, at least in part, to regulatory policies that have helped businesses grow and create jobs for hardworking Americans.

New Standard Addresses Wind Turbine Construction Safety Requirements and Identifies Hazards

by Christopher Daniels | Sep 25, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Regulations | Safety

ANSI/ASSP A10.21 – 2018 Safety Requirements for Safe Construction and Demolition of Wind Generation/Turbine Facilities identifies and addresses hazards specific to wind turbine construction.

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NLRB Proposes Revision to Joint Employer Standard

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Using Prompt Payment Laws to Fill the Voids Created by Lien Waivers

Contractors and Engineers Face Environmental Vulnerability Under CERCLA

Don’t Put Construction Industry Growth in Jeopardy This November

New Standard Addresses Wind Turbine Construction Safety Requirements and Identifies Hazards

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