2020 Executive Insights: Insurance and Surety Bonding
Industry experts share their insights on best practices for insurance and bonding.
Lien Waivers: Understanding the Risks in a Common Form
Owners may use lien waivers to gain additional rights beyond what they are entitled to under the contract.
In Uncertain Times, Pay Close Attention to the Employee Handbook
Employers should pay special attention to the content of their employee handbooks during these uncertain times.
Four Qualities Lenders Look for in General Contractors When Assessing Construction Risk
There are four essential qualities lenders look for in general contractors when assessing risk in construction projects: document accuracy, responsiveness to questions, honesty and focus on area of expertise.
It Takes More Than a Certificate to Protect Owners, Developers and Contractors
A certificate of insurance (COI), issued by a licensed insurance broker, is a summary of insurance policies and/or coverages, such as general and professional liability and workers' compensation.
COVID-19 Has Shut Down Your Construction Project. Is There Insurance for That?
As COVID-19 spreads, its impact on the construction industry could be severe. Will your insurance policies provide any coverage for the extra expenses and losses you are about to incur?
A Perfect Storm: Young Hispanic Workers at Small Construction Firms at More Risk
Young Hispanic immigrants working for small construction firms are at serious risk for adverse, work-related health outcomes according to the American Society of Safety Engineers and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
Extreme Remedies to License Violations—Know the Risk
Inadvertent licensure violations pose a serious risk to contractors, especially in states with a disgorgement remedy, which requires unlicensed contractors to pay back amounts received for work.
