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Best Practices for Developing a Contractor’s Request for Compensation

Best Practices Construction Law

My mentor and good friend, Cordell Parvin , has over the years shared with me some great best practices for contractors—whether talking about bid protests, accidents on the jobsite, or filing a claim. Recently, Cordell sent me a list of items that all contractors should review when developing a request for additional compensation.

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October 2014 newsletter

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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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Difference Between Tort and Contract | What Is Tort |  What Is Contract | What Is Contract Law | What Is Tort Law

CivilJungle

A tort , in common law jurisdiction, could be a tort (other than a breach of contract) that causes an applicant to suffer loss or hurt, leading to legal liability for the one that commits the act. A contract includes many different things to concern, it may be exchanges of product, money, service, etc. What Is Tort?

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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

Levelset

If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. 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. Why a certificate of insurance matters. When do I need to provide a COI?

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Product Spotlight. Production and quality are generally put first with safety generally being an after thought. A safe work environment is one of the most straight forward ways to decrease workers compensation expenses. Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. productivity.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. Most construction projects begin with signing a contract.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. . Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. Ever-present risks can delay or completely derail investments.

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