Revit OpEd

DECEMBER 22, 2017

On December 15, 2017, Congressional Leaders announced that the conferees appointed by both the House and the Senate reached an agreement to reconcile differences between the House’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “House Bill”) with the Senate’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and unveiled the text of a final bill (the “Tax Bill”).

Employment 85

Employment Compensation Agreement Income 85

Construction and Infrastructure Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

AB 1701 “does not prohibit a direct contractor or subcontractor at any tier from establishing by contract or enforcing any otherwise lawful remedies against a subcontractor it hires for liability created…” Accordingly, direct contractors across California should take a closer look at the terms of their agreements with subcontractors.

California 49

California Contractors Liability Employment 49

Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Construction contracts often require that each hired specialty contractor maintain a minimum level of insurance coverage, and a COI will reflect that status. If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. It is a contract between your business and the insurance company.

Insurance 52

Insurance Certification Contractors Liability 52

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

An additional insured agreement allows a policyholder to extend their business insurance coverage to a specific third party. There are several related terms that are commonly confused in insurance policies and construction contracts. AI endorsements are often required as part of the construction contract.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Construction Contract 52

Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

The much bigger cause for financial concern is workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation insurance. Because construction is a dangerous industry, workers’ compensation insurance is expensive even without an OSHA violation on your record. Contract breach es. Legal fees. And pay the fine. Learn more.

OSHA 52

OSHA Inspections Construction Safety 52

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 31, 2016

Today, one of my legal alerts pointed me to one such case dealing with delay damages and disruption damages. While the legal issue focused on the County’s right rely on the defense of sovereign immunity, the Contractor’s (and it expert’s) characterization of the damages was critical to the outcome of the case.

Claims 48

Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 48

Constructlaw

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Reynolds: The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the global economy has led to an increase in breach of contract claims, and a parallel rise in novel breach of con­tract defenses focused on excuses for non-performance. Mealey’s: What, if any, events had an impact on the global economy that have led to increased filings?

Claims 40

Claims Insurance Bankruptcy Legal 40

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

At their core, insurance policies are agreements between two parties: the insurer and the policyholder. This policy may also cover legal fees involved in certain types of lawsuits. In some cases, a wrap policy may even include worker’s compensation coverage. Who is covered by an insurance policy?

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Accidents Risk 52

Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 6, 2012

Today’s post focuses in on a classification called Home Improvement Contracting. et seq ) need to have a “certificate” (not a full license) with the SLBC to perform any home improvement contracting services in excess of $7,500 but below $75,000. It will give you protections and keep you legal. See La R.S.

Louisiana 68

Louisiana Contractors Certification Contract 68

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 19, 2011

There is a lot more involved in acquiring the appropriate permits, licensing and legal documents in order to be granted permission to start. Simply put, surety bonds are a three-party agreement, which consists of an obligee, principal and surety company. Payment bonds ensure that principals will compensate all laborers on the project.

Insurance 51

Insurance Compensation Claims Agreement 51

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 16, 2015

The Executive Order is scheduled to take effect for contracts entered into after January 1, 2017. Leave also extends to the same for an employee’s spouse, child, parent, blood-related family member, or someone “whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.” That’s the legal speak!

Contractors 48

Contractors Employment Bargains Compensation 48

Levelset

JUNE 13, 2022

In the State of New York, contractors working on certain residential projects need to have a good understanding of the NY Home Improvement Contracts Act. Here’s what NY residential contractors must include (and what can’t be included) in a New York home improvement contract. Law §395-A.

New York 52

New York Contract Residential Contractors 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

Things Contractors Should Know About Job Order Contracts. As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. Here are a just a few things contractors should know about job order contracts. Will you earn a reasonable profit? Army and U.S.

Contract 100

Contract Contractors Consulting Software 100

Construction Marketing Ideas

DECEMBER 20, 2012

In my opinion, the best “employees” are not actually employees (both in the legal and practical sense). Genuine independent contractors — not phony “contractors” created by scammy employees to cicumvent tax or workers compensation laws — often do the best work. This is a one-sided war. She accepted.

Employment 54

Employment Legal Commissioning Contract 54

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. professional capacity."

Architecture 58

Architecture Illinois AIA Chicago 58

Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

This Act has a fair amount of rules and requirements that must be followed on home improvement projects, specifically when it comes to the terms of their contracts. There are a few provisions that every construction contract should have. PA home improvement contracts: What’s required? Contract price.

Pennsylvania 98

Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

Construction Lawyer

MAY 20, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Whiteman , 268 P.3d

Idaho 40

Idaho Illinois AIA Chicago 40

Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Liability 40

Liability Contractors Design Minnesota 40

Building Information Management

MARCH 10, 2017

Not all Job Order Contracts (JOC) are not the same. Carefully review all of the Job Order Contract and all associated documents. The following is a listing of Job Order Contract Do’s and Don’ts. Review the methodology used to create the Unit Price Book being used for the Job Order Contract. Army and U.S. Mutual respect.

Contract 40

Contract Consulting Estimating Software 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

Insurance 48

Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

Contractors 48

Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Money is only one form of compensation. If information is withheld that is required contracts will be changed to ensure that information is made available. The danger here is contracts invariably overreach, they are more onerous than they need to be. The old “why should I give away my work for free” argument.

BIM 40

BIM Modeling Drawings Agreement 40

Construction Lawyer

OCTOBER 21, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

New York 40

New York Illinois AIA Chicago 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

Construction 48

Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Constructlaw

MAY 3, 2023

Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. Industry-specific legal concepts. For this reason, owners and contractors should ensure there is consistency among the dispute resolution provisions of the various contracts.

Construction 52

Construction Claims Contractors US 52

Building Information Management

APRIL 24, 2016

JOB ORDER CONTRACTING. Job Order Contracting GUIDELINES & PROCEDURES. LEAN best management practices are integral to the administration of a Job Order Contract (JOC). Job order contracts, provides a flexible and responsive contractual capability in supporting its real property maintenance and renovation mission.

Contract 40

Contract Contractors Materials Site 40

Lets Build

MAY 18, 2017

The lack of precision on the way in the contract description can be the source of this problem. The following are some of the most common issues that may pop up during a construction project: Contract Disputes. The reasons for a contract dispute may vary each time. Lack of precision when putting together the contract.

Construction 165

Construction Life Cycle Contract Plans 165

Safety Services Company

MAY 15, 2013

Even the regulation is understandable and as straight forward as legal code can be. The act does not give specific guidance on who are employees and who aren’t, it is up to legal tests determined by the courts, some of which we will discuss later. Really, that’s it. Go ahead and read it. “29 29 U.S.C. § Independent Contractors.

OSHA 72

OSHA Employment Safety Regulation 72

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABER) contracts provide a streamlined means to complete construction projects estimated at less than 750K. Contracting personnel and civil engineers are encouraged to adapt their SABER-like acquisitions and processes to meet their local needs and the local environment. Definitions.

Engineering 40

Engineering Negotiation Contract Estimating 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. The program offers three types of benefits: Transaction Privilege Tax Exemption – Exemption from transaction privilege tax on contracts for certain types of construction at an MRZ.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES: University Based Research and Development – An eligible business that contracts with one or more Arkansas colleges or universities in performing research may qualify for a 33 percent income tax credit for qualified research expenditures. FOREIGN TRADE ZONES (FTZs): Secured areas legally outside of U.S.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75