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Tax Act Incentivizes Near-term Capital Investment

by Liam Donovan | Apr 5, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Taxes

The initial reception for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has been strong, with scores of companies of virtually every size and sector crediting tax reform for significant investments in their workers. But what does the new law mean for the construction industry?

Tips for Getting Paid on a Delay Claim

by Mary Bacon | Apr 3, 2018
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Many things—from defective designs and weather to unanswered RFIs or unforeseen site conditions—can delay a project. Prepare for delays starting with the contract, and then monitor the critical path and document everything.

The ‘B’ Word

by Harry Readshaw | Mar 27, 2018
Business | Finance | Legal and Regulatory | Policy

When a contractor files for bankruptcy, subcontractors may file a mechanics’ lien, but a seemingly simple thing like an automatic bankruptcy stay can be complicated by applicable state law.

USRC White Paper Describes Threats of Earthquakes and Economic Benefits to Safer Structures

by United States Resiliency Council | Mar 21, 2018
Infrastructure | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

"The Case for Earthquake Resilience: Why Safer Structures Protect and Promote Social and Economic Vitality," describes the threats of earthquakes on society and the economic benefits that come from having safer structures in a community.

Comparing Contracts: A Review of the AIA 201 and ConsensusDocs – Part III

by Michael Sams, Amanda Cox | Mar 21, 2018
Contracts | Legal and Regulatory

The final part of this series compares and analyzes important contract sections in the AIA 201 and ConsensusDocs, including insurance, indemnification and payment.

WOTUS Decision Delayed Until 2020

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 19, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the 2015 Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule would be void until 2020.

Trends and Challenges for the Construction Industry in 2018

by Todd Bryant | Mar 14, 2018
Law | Legal and Regulatory

What trends and challenges will 2018 bring? Contractors can expect labor shortages, minimal growth, reliance on technology and compliance with new regulations and safety rules.

Comparing Contracts: A Review of the AIA 201 and ConsensusDocs – Part II

by Michael Sams, Amanda Cox | Mar 14, 2018
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory

Here’s a helpful comparison and analysis of some important contract sections in the AIA 201 (2007 and 2017 versions) and ConsensusDocs (2014 and 2017 versions).
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