“You get what you pay for” is a popular warning sign suggesting that you cannot buy the quality needed without paying the price necessary to ensure top-notch service. Construction trade services should carefully heed this advice if they decide to engage a lay lien service to protect their mechanic’s lien and payment bond claims on a construction project.
OSHA Extends Crane Operator Certification Requirement
Per a final rule published by OSHA late last fall, the deadline for employers to ensure that crane operators are certified has been delayed from Nov. 10, 2017, to Nov. 10, 2018.
What 2017 Brought in P3 Legislation and What to Expect in 2018
In 2017, several states enacted P3 legislation that allows or expands the use of partnerships for public projects. That trend is likely to continue in 2018, along with requiring surety bonds in P3 contracts.
Top Considerations for Negotiating Construction Contracts
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
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
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
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).











