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Is It Time to Get Rid of Retainage?

by David K. Taylor | Mar 8, 2020
Departments | Risk | Risk Management

While retainage has been part of the construction industry for decades, its concept, use (and abuse) have been under more discussion during the past 10 years.The question is very simple: Is it time for retainage to go?

Demystifying the Surety Industry’s Expedited Dispute Resolution Bond

by Philip L. Bruner, Patricia H. Thompson | Mar 4, 2020
Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | Risk | Risk Management | Surety Bonding

An EDR bond expedites dispute resolution between parties to the bond as to the surety’s obligation for project completion when a contractor defaults.

Allocating Responsibility and Damage Costs in Multi-Party Construction Disputes

by Gary L Keene, Michael S Klimas, John C Jahreis | Feb 26, 2020
Contracts | Dispute Resolution | Insurance | Legal and Regulatory | Regulations | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

In construction defect disputes, there is little consensus on how to allocate responsibility and costs to implicated parties.

Top Issues and Trends for Construction Contractors to Watch in 2020

by Danette Beck | Feb 25, 2020
Cybersecurity | Economy | Insurance | Risk Management | Safety

Market issues, such as labor shortages, trade tariffs and severe weather events, can affect profits and hamper contractors’ ability to control risk.

Trust but Verify: Why Cybersecurity Is Important for Construction Contractors

by Robert Coro | Feb 25, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Safety

Educating staff and taking precautions to prevent cybersecurity attacks is essential. Trust but verify.

When Work Takes the Ultimate Toll

by Randy Boss | Feb 19, 2020
Features | Risk Management | Safety | Wellness

The 2015 suicide rate for men in construction was four times higher than the overall rate. Open communication and action are crucial when it comes to suicide prevention.

Stay in Control: Seamless Project Finance Management Is Key to Success

by Robert Bruscino | Feb 12, 2020
Accounting | Business | Finance | Risk | Risk Management

With improved project control over operational and financial performance, construction businesses can become more transparent and efficient.

2020 Cyber Risk Outlook

by Jeffrey M. Dennis, J. Nathan Owens | Feb 6, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Safety

As cyber threats increase in numbers and complexity, contractors can take steps to reduce the chances of a cyberattack and the cost associated with it.
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