Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 18, 2018

Concern for safety is apparent on construction projects throughout the country and world, as evidenced by daily/weekly construction briefings and the familiar “ Days Since a Lost Work Accident” signs. Safe projects are more likely to be profitable projects due to lack of delays and prevention of claims for jobsite injuries.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? This type of coverage will protect your company from various liabilities , including injury claims, and cover medical expenses.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2014

Performance leads to profits, and fewer accidents result in fewer expenses and insurance claims.' Operators who know how to properly and safely use their equipment are not only much more likely to operate it safely, but they also are able to work faster and more efficiently, leading to better overall performance.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 13, 2014

Citing the amount of time consumed filling accident reports on non-injury accidents (estimated at 250 hours a week); there are a number of cities where police have decided not to respond to non-injury traffic accidents. This is good information to have even if you’re in an area where the police do respond to accidents.

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Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 25, 2016

I previously blogged about the importance of using daily reports to prove construction claims. Meeting minutes and internal memoranda concerning the claim should be maintained in order to document attempts to resolve matters with the DOT and its representatives. Schedules , including the as-planned and updates.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 14, 2013

Follow these best practices to offset rising workers’ comp costs: Reporting of Incidents and Accidents Timely reporting of accidents is critical in starting the appropriate investigation on a given claim. Claims have a tendency to get worse as time passes, and much of the information on the claim can get lost or confused.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 2, 2023

But first, it is important to understand that every case is unique, and you should always consult with a qualified construction accident injury attorney to get specific advice about your situation. Damage recovery If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover damages for your injuries.

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ENR Construction

JULY 14, 2020

Prosecutors claim driver was viewing pornography on his phone in moments before accident.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2013

Root cause investigations—performed properly—can not only prevent recurrence, they may also reveal subrogation claims.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 21, 2020

Group of 52 refuses project manager Jacobs' pay offer and seeks trial over illnesses claimed from remediating huge 2006 Tennessee accident.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

You can practice safety and use common sense on the job, but there’s no way to predict when accidents or injuries might occur. Carpenter’s insurance is a financial instrument that helps protect your business if accidents, injuries, or illnesses occur in a work-related capacity. What is carpenter insurance?

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 3, 2014

While there’s no specifics relating to training set out in the act, the only real sure fire way to ensure absolute safety through confidence is via the relevant professional industry channels – you can’t wing it and claim confidence because you ‘reckon’ you know what you’re doing! working at height).

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Constructlaw

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

These claims were dismissed for a very odd reason: the plaintiff’s expert witness wasn’t old enough. The case arose from a car accident. In so doing, the Court of Appeals erected substantial hurdles to successfully stating a claim against the DOT. The Munros’ claims had to fit within a statutory exception to sovereign immunity.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Accidents happen, especially in construction. Does a general contractor’s insurance cover their subcontractors’ accidents or mistakes? What this means is that financial losses caused by accidents, mistakes, and other issues that are the fault of the general contractor will be covered under the policy.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 17, 2015

The contractor said, "There's been an accident; two of our workers are dead." Finally, his insurance broker would mobilize its claims, safety and risk management personnel to assist after these men prematurely lost their lives. He explained that a motorist had driven into the work zone, striking and killing two employees.

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Wolgast Corporation

JULY 6, 2022

The main cause of these accidents are operator error, happening 20% of the time. The emergency response report is also useful in your insurance claim for timing and dates. Additionally, you will want to call your insurance company (after emergency units) to make a claim and so they can assess the damage.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 21, 2013

I previously blogged about the importance of using daily reports to prove construction claims. Meeting minutes and internal memoranda concerning the claim should be maintained in order to document attempts to resolve matters with the DOT and its representatives. Schedules , including the as-planned and updates. Image: Tanzer18.

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Constructonomics

MARCH 14, 2010

The more devastating of the accidents, on E. The cause of this accident was good ‘ol American greed. His attorney is trying to get him off by claiming that just because he was the CEO doesn’t mean he should be held responsible for the negligence of his employees. street killing seven people. The other was on E.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 13, 2015

The launch of this program recognizes a very important issue in safety – the vast majority of accidents involving workers occur when they are off the job. Yet the costs are still there, in the form of pain and suffering for workers and their families, lost time and insurance claims. Accident Prevention'

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 15, 2021

Either way, operators may not be yelling that in the future, as equipment manufacturer, Doosan, has introduced what they claim is an industry first “transparent” bucket. As construction safety standards have been significantly reinforced, the advanced safety system has become the key equipment option.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Plumbing contractor’s insurance may help your business stay afloat if accidents or injuries occur on the job. A plumbing contractor’s insurance policy covers claims for property damage, but it may also help defend against lawsuits resulting from a work-related incident.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 17, 2018

The frequency for all claims in workers’ compensation steadily declined by 17.6 percent between 2011 and 2016, while frequency for car accidents on the job increased by 5 percent. According to data released by the National Council on Compensation Insurance, more than 40 percent of workers’…

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Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Some parties — like owners and GCs — will want some assurances that any not-at-fault, job-related accidents or injuries will not cause them financial harm. Since a GC or owner may not be found responsible for these accidents, they look to the specialty contractor’s general liability policy to help pay for damage or injuries.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2020

OSHA tracks this information with the goal of preventing accidents in the future. For example, accidentally reporting an injury that did not occur on the jobsite or reporting a cut or scrape that isn’t a recordable accident could have dire consequences. it means the company has had to pay for one or more worker compensation claims.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 27, 2015

Employers may erroneously assume that the workplace statistic is the only one relevant to them, but the fact is that no matter where accidents occur, the consequences are in many ways the same. And for companies there are other kinds of costs as well, no matter where an accident occurs. About half occur in the home.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

When accidents happen, it doesn’t just impact your employees; it costs money, time, and resources for your organization. demonstrates significantly lower past claims than the industry average. With growing scrutiny on job site dangers and liability concerns, prioritizing safety is crucial in sustaining a competitive edge.

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FDR Safety

MAY 19, 2016

The rule , which was issued late last week and goes into effect within 90 days, provides new means for employees to pursue claims that they have suffered retaliation for reporting safety concerns. This despite the fact that there is no hard evidence to support such claims. The new rule changes that.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. The direct costs of on-the-job injuries and deaths are clear in the form of workers’ compensation claims, medical expenses, and potential legal liability. Accident Prevention Training' Join Our Mailing List.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris. Violations of safety rules can lead to workplace accidents. However, falling debris poses a serious threat to construction workers.

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Levelset

MAY 23, 2022

Whether it’s the risk of an unexpected accident or a project running over schedule and costing you money, there are many things that can go wrong. It’s important to understand what this insurance covers, and how to get the most out of it if you need to file a claim. What does business interruption insurance cover ?

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Contractor Connection

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The aim is not just to mend damages but to restore lives, families, and entire communities in the aftermath of unexpected challenges such as accidents, weather-related incidents, fires, floods, and more. It symbolizes individuals, families, and entire communities.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 26, 2020

“May unintentionally faulty subcontractor work that damages an insured’s work product constitute an ‘accident’ under a commercial general liability insurance policy?” The Michigan Supreme Court disagreed, interpreting “accident” as broader than “fortuity.” Vector Construction Co. ,

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Levelset

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Not all accidents that happen on jobs are large-scale and catastrophic. Commercial auto insurance: Much like your personal auto insurance, business auto policies offer coverage for accidents with other parties or damage incurred to your vehicles from events such as hailstorms, for instance. Protecting your property. The next step.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. If you currently have HVAC insurance, the carrier may also ask for a claims history related to your account. Who needs HVAC insurance?

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Covers contractors against accidents, property damage, and in some cases, libel. Construction is a risky industry, and costly or harmful accidents can occur on a jobsite. Risks facing construction companies include injuries, accidents, natural disasters, weather incidents, vandalism, theft, and more.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2016

” Second, claims succeed or fail based upon the documentation. Whether you are talking about the formation of a contract, the validity of a change order, or the supporting evidence for a delay claim, the documents are key to either winning or losing. What about photos of an accident?

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