Risk Management

Tips for Planning Construction Projects Around Severe Weather

by Courtland Keith | Jul 14, 2021
Markets | Project Delivery | Project Management | Risk Management

Maintaining a project’s schedule and safety of operations are some of the main concerns for contractors. Here are some tips and best practices from leaders in the industry for maintaining safe, timely operations regardless of the weather.

Common Law Indemnity: Indemnification Outside of the Contract

by Patrick Barthet | Jul 13, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Risk Management

While indemnity is generally contractual, it may also be available outside of the contract in "common law indemnity."

Commercial Auto Insurance in Action: How It Protects a Business

Commercial auto insurance protects contractors from a variety of factors. Review the coverage here.

The Mystery of First Time Bonding: What Does It Take?

by Edin Zukanovic, Joshua Etemadi | Jul 13, 2021
Risk Management | Safety | Surety Bonding

Obtaining a surety bond for the first time is easier than one might think, similar to applying for a loan. The right CPA and surety bond agent can help contractors navigate the process.

What COVID-19 Taught Construction Companies About Insurance

by Alan Packer | Jul 7, 2021
Insurance | Risk Management | Safety

One lesson learned from COVID-19 is that the construction industry needs to be aware of what is in their insurance programs, and to think critically about those programs instead of renewing reflexively.

Construction Industry Outlook: Building a Better Tomorrow

As the construction industry quickly innovated to find new ways of weathering COVID-19 restrictions, some temporary solutions spawned positive trends that are here to stay.

Mindfulness and Risk Management: Consciously Raising the Bar on Process and Outcomes

Using mindfulness to step back, slow down and view risks objectively allows for clarity. Leaders practicing and teaching mindfulness methods are modeling prudent decision-making, which is the essence of solid and effective risk management.

Document Everything

Never underestimate the power of the paper trail. Notes and approvals documented in real time can make a difference between ensuring the proper insurance coverage is in place.

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Tips for Planning Construction Projects Around Severe Weather

Common Law Indemnity: Indemnification Outside of the Contract

Commercial Auto Insurance in Action: How It Protects a Business

The Mystery of First Time Bonding: What Does It Take?

What COVID-19 Taught Construction Companies About Insurance

Construction Industry Outlook: Building a Better Tomorrow

Mindfulness and Risk Management: Consciously Raising the Bar on Process and Outcomes

Document Everything

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