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Terrorism Protection by Design

by Sharron Halpert | Jun 2, 2019
Risk Management | Safety

By capitalizing on SAFETY Act protections, contractors can gain a competitive edge while protecting themselves and project owners from liability from a terrorist attack.

General Contractors’ Insurance Protections for a Subcontractor’s Defective Work

by Amanda M. Leffler, Anastasia J. Wade | May 27, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

Courts nationwide have struggled with the scope of coverage for a commercial general liability policy for damages from faulty subcontractor workmanship. An Ohio decision may result in the need for additional coverage.

Construction Bonds Explained

by Todd Bryant | May 26, 2019
Risk | Surety Bonding

Surety bonds guarantee that contractors will perform a project in compliance with contractual conditions and legal requirements—protecting project owners, subcontractors and the public.

Keep the Experience Modification Rate Under Control With Jobsite Safety

by Stephen Sedlak | May 25, 2019
Insurance | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Many things factor into calculating an experience modification rate, but it all comes down to the workers’ compensation triumvirate - job safety, recovery-at-work programs and injury management.

What Insurance Coverages Do General Contractors Need?

by Joseph Lalla | May 18, 2019
Cybersecurity | Insurance | Safety | Surety Bonding

A general contractor’s insurance needs can be complicated. A knowledgeable agent can help demystify the options, explain what to require from subcontractors and how to minimize risk.

Professional Liability Insurance in Today’s Construction Industry

by Frank G. Murphy, Nicholas R. Maxwell | May 17, 2019
Insurance | Risk | Risk Management

Understanding the basic mechanics of errors and omissions professional liability policies and recognizing the impact of exclusions can avoid missteps that may leave a business exposed to costly, time-consuming negligence actions.

How Surety Bond Claims Can Destroy a Contractor

by Eric Weisbrot | May 17, 2019
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk | Surety Bonding

To avoid a surety bond claim, contractors must know their limits, understand time and budget requirements for each project, and recognize the skills it takes to get the job done.

Protect Against Wood-Frame Construction Hazards With CPL Insurance

by Drew Rothman | May 14, 2019
Insurance | Markets | Risk Management

Contractors face a learning curve to overcome the safety, project management, structural, moisture and design challenges that can impact wood-frame projects. As a result, many use insurance forms to control wide-ranging pollution problems.
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