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COVID-19 Liability for Building Owners

Green Building Law Update

And these questions are not unfounded because as of November 1, 2020, legal industry databases of state and federal litigation are tracking more than 6,100 cases involving Covid-19 claims. All of this begs the question if a business owner’s premises liability insurance covers such claims? With Covid-19 spreading across the U.S.

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COVID 19 Commercial Building Liability

Green Building Law Update

Over time coronavirus pandemic exposure claims may result in a new emergent subset of premises liability law, but in most instances it is presumed that body of existing law will control. All of this begs the question if a business owner’s premises liability insurance covers such claims?

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Direct Contractors In California Should Take Steps Now To Reduce Exposure For Unpaid Wages By Subcontractors

Construction and Infrastructure Law

Nevertheless, critics of the bill anticipate that it will ultimately increase building costs, and will only exacerbate the current shortage of affordable housing in California. Joint employment liability has been an ongoing trend in California. The bill also precludes recovery of liquidated damages or penalties. Section 2810.3

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

He enjoys writing and sharing his insights on various legal blogs. In addition 15 states in the United States, including California, require such programs. In fact, the study shows that OSHA testing can actually result in significant savings for companies along with reducing company liability. Reduced Employer Liability.

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New California Business? Knowledge is the key…

Construction Law Monitor

The distinctions between the different types of entities that can be created are substantial and have a tremendous legal effect on how the business operates from year to year. Partners share liability according to their partnership agreement, which is the framework for how the partnership operates.

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Completed Operations: A Contractor’s Guide to Coverage, Cost, & More

Levelset

It is sold as an extension to your general liability insurance policy and may be required by the state you work in or the project owner. It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. Completed operations coverage is bundled with a contractor’s general liability policy.

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Companies are Preparing for ESG Disclosure Rules

Green Building Law Update

There is legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and I have assisted companies for years in mitigating their liability while still being responsive to the trend of investor demands for these disclosures. and the legal adage that bad facts rise to bad law may certainly have been at play in those instances. Recent U.S.