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Top Considerations for Negotiating Construction Contracts

by Brian M. Dobbs | Jan 30, 2018
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory

Construction contracts should establish parameters of the parties’ agreement and allocate and mitigate risk with provisions for price, time and scope; changes; warranties; indemnification; insurance; dispute resolution and termination.

Why Compliance Matters in Recruiting

by Chris Lennon | Jan 24, 2018
Human Resources | Legal and Regulatory

With correct processes in place, compliance can be a key component of successful recruiting. The diversity that comes with hiring within compliance guidelines can benefit the business, drive more productive teams and improve a company’s bottom line.

The Right Prescription for Resolving Workers’ Comp Claims Quickly

by Construction Executive | Jan 23, 2018
Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Wellness

Contractors must take control of the workers' comp claims process by getting injured employees the right care and getting them back to work as quickly as possible, resulting in better managed claims.

Debunking Top Construction Employment Law Myths

Owning and operating a successful construction company requires contractors to comply with many employment laws and become aware of a number of employment law myths, particularly relating to overtime and minimum wage laws. While failure to comply can be expensive, there are steps contractors can take to avoid repercussions.

Opportunities for Business Growth in Contractual Boilerplate

by Christian Graham | Jan 16, 2018
Contracts | Law | Legal and Regulatory

Indemnity clauses are found in nearly every construction agreement. When claims arise, the indemnity clause will likely determine allocation of costs. Depending on the wording of the clause, one party to the construction agreement may bear notably more (or less) costs than the other(s).

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The Right Prescription for Resolving Workers’ Comp Claims Quickly

Debunking Top Construction Employment Law Myths

Opportunities for Business Growth in Contractual Boilerplate

Considerations to Overcome the Unintended Challenges of Wrap-Up Policies

Best Practices for Non-compete Agreements

Year in Review: Trump and Congress Pave Road to Growth for 2018

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