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Mitigating Risk in Construction Site Preparation

by Joseph Willis | Oct 8, 2024
Risk | Risk Management

The best defense is a good offense, and in the case of construction, the best reaction to jobsite risk is being proactive and prepared.

Damage Control: Major Rebuilds After Major Weather Events

by David McMillin | Sep 20, 2024
Business | Business Risk | Features | OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and more—each of these major weather events comes with different challenges, but they all share one common need: someone who knows how to rebuild.

The Risks of Minimum Insurance Coverage for Contractors

by Corey Sheridan | Sep 19, 2024
Insurance | Risk

Understand the true cost of being underinsured and navigate the risks to your company, contractors, subcontractors, jobsites and more.

Job Security: Technology, Cybersecurity and the Threat to National Security

by Ian Warner | Sep 19, 2024
Cybersecurity | Features | Risk | Risk Management | Technology

Construction technology isn’t just a construction issue, it’s a matter of national security—and using it as a tool to reduce worker strain and change the perception of construction careers might just be the key to solving that problem.

Choosing the Right Insurance When Converting a Commercial Building for Residential Use

by Scott Bedingfield | Aug 21, 2024
Insurance | Risk

There are various coverages to consider when converting your commercial building to a residential space. Make sure you choose the right one.

Exploring the Nuances of Workers’ Compensation Insurance for Contractors

by Brittney Passini | Aug 15, 2024
Insurance | Risk

Workers' compensation for contractors has its own set of eccentricities, but certain action items can make them easier to navigate.

Preparing for Extreme Weather: Insurance Considerations for Contractors

by Matthew Summers | Jul 31, 2024
Insurance | Risk

Preparing construction projects to withstand extreme weather can look like flood mitigation and high-wind tie-downs onsite, but it should also look like acquiring the right insurance and updating it accordingly.

The Benefits of Trash Talking: A Cautionary Tale of Demolition Gone Wrong

by Joshua Levy, Anne O'Meara, Kimberly Gutierrez | Jul 24, 2024
Risk | Risk Management

This case study explores the risks of miscommunication when it comes to demolition. One contractor’s trash could be another's treasure. Make sure all teams are on the same page when it comes to trash out.
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