Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

By Bruce Jervis On a public works contract, a “sovereign act” is the ultimate government defense to a contractor claim for additional compensation. The act is not directed at a particular contractor and not intended to nullify rights under a particular contract. the government agency ?

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Compensation Defense Contract Claims 48

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 30, 2020

The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA, commonly referred to as Superfund), 42 U.S.C. economy, when in any given year the vast majority of real estate transactions are leases and not contracts of sale. 9601 et seq.,

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Site Liability Leases Defense 156

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.”. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly.

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Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

If a third party gets injured on a job, liability coverage helps pay the cost of legal defense if you get sued for the accident. . A large claim against your business could have a devastating financial effect that could threaten your livelihood. Does a carpenter need insurance? Carpentry is a diverse occupation.

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Insurance Liability Accidents Injury 52

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 31, 2019

The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA, commonly referred to as Superfund), 42 U.S.C. Such is a real issue when in any given year the vast majority of commercial and industrial real estate transactions are leases and not contracts of sale. 9601 et seq.,

Liability 120

Liability Leases Defense Commercial 120

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 31, 2016

Triple B Services, LLP , decided on May 26, 2016, the Court of Appeals of Texas reviewed a contractor’s claim for damages on a road expansion project. The Contract. Under the contract, the County was responsible for moving gas, water, and fiber-optic utilities. In County of Galveston v. ” Owner-Related Delays.

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Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 48

Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

The issue here — the implication of contract clauses which exclude damages for delay ; and when and how these clauses can be overridden in practice. This defense can be applied to protect the owner from a general contractor’s delay claim or the general contractor from a subcontractor’s claim.

Construction 48

Construction Defense Legal Claims 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. In those clauses, the overall success of COVID-19-based force majeure defenses is still unknown.

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Claims Insurance Bankruptcy Legal 40

Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 29, 2015

general liability, builder’s risk, workers’ compensation, professional liability) over different periods of time, there may be a dispute as to which carrier covers the loss. In this case, Insurance Company #1 participated in the defense of the electrical subcontractor and ultimately paid to settle the dispute. So What?

Insurance 48

Insurance Liability Claims Electrical 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

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Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

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Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

Get Organized - We strongly recommend a Subchapter S-Corp for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

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Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

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. He claimed that his work was "production only," which was essentially the function of a draftsman.  professional capacity. 541.300(a).

Architecture 58

Architecture Illinois AIA Chicago 58

Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

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. Design and construction firms should now check with their insurance carriers to determine whether they have insurance to cover old claims.

Liability 40

Liability Contractors Design Minnesota 40

Constructlaw

MAY 3, 2023

Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. Many construction disputes involve aspects that may make them challenging to litigate before US or foreign courts, including: Many individual claims. Numerous individual claims.

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Construction Claims Contractors US 52

Construction Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

House Bill 1532 (Creating a good faith defense for certain minimum wage and overtime compensation complaints). House Bill 1535 (Providing requirements for business payment contracts). Cary Condotta, (R-Wenatchee) (R) on January 25, 2011, provides for specific requirements for business payment contracts. Introduced by Rep.

Washington 44

Washington Construction Permits Structural Engineering 44

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.

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Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 8, 2016

Advanced Energy Deduction & Advance Energy Tax Credit: Receipts from selling or leasing tangible personal property or services that are eligible generation plant costs to a person that holds an interest in a qualified generating facility are deductible from gross receipts and compensating tax. Department of Defense.

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Railroad 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 11, 2014

The credit may only be claimed for up to one year after the end of the four qualifying periods. The credit can be applied to the state portion of the gross receipts tax, compensating tax and withholding tax. The taxpayer claims the credit within one year following the end of the year in which the expenditure was made.

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New Mexico Compensation Income Finance 40

Business Facilities

AUGUST 1, 2014

million contract for Shelton to support MBUSI’s technical programs. As part of the incentive package, Volkswagen Group of America has agreed to waive its right to claim certain statutorily available tax credits directly related to the expansion. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. MBUSI) and AIDT formalized a $1.6-million

Louisiana 111

Louisiana Tennessee North Dakota Utah 111

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

State Credits available against the Corporate Income Tax: Education Credit (AS 43.20.014): Taxpayers that contribute to vocational education programs or accredited Alaska universities or colleges for educational purposes or facilities may claim a tax credit for 50% of the first $100,000, 100% of the next $200,000, and 50% of further contributions.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

The program is capped at 10,000 new jobs being claimed each year by all participants; whereas a taxpayer is limited to a maximum of 400 new jobs per year. Qualified research expenses generally include wages, supplies and contract research costs. Eligibility qualifications are different for rural and metro areas.

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Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75