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No Longer in the Dark: A Primer on the Distinction between Delay and Disruption Damages in a Construction Dispute

Best Practices Construction Law

Delay claims on a construction can be confusing, especially when you think about the delay to the work being performed and the disruption to other activities. 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. In County of Galveston v.

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One Awesome Case Discussing The Difference Between Delay and Disruption Damages!

Best Practices Construction Law

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 allowed for “delay damages” if the Contractor’s request for those damages “is determined to be compensable.” In County of Galveston v.

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Insurance for Electricians: What It Covers & Why You May Need It

Levelset

Umbrella or excess insurance : The standard level of GL in a business owner’s policy may not be enough to meet a job’s contractual requirements — in which case you may want to look at an umbrella or excess liability policy that may extend your coverage for larger claims. GL helps pay medical costs and defense costs if a lawsuit arises.

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International Arbitration Experts Discuss The Impact On The Global Economy

Constructlaw

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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Work Safe BC details sea lion and lemur and bear attacks oh my!

Safety Services Company

WorkSafe BC, Workers’ Compensation Board of British Columbia, has released information about the number and type animal attacks from 2005 to 2011. From 2005 to 2011, WorkSafe BC accepted: 13 claims, including 1 fatality, for injuries caused by direct contact between a bear and a worker. Do not corner a bear.

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A lesson for Architectural Firms: be careful how you pay employees

Construction Lawyer

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).

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We Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

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. Marketing | Accounting | Production M.A.P. - Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. Is a process that never stops.