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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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In this respect, general liability insurance or workers’ compensation could help cover those costs if an incident should occur. . Each field of subcontracting work has its own area of focus in insurance matters. Workers’ compensation insurance should be in place to help defray the costs of employee medical treatments.

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Home Builders and Developers Beware: SC Supreme Court Beats Up Hybrid Arbitration Clauses Mercilessly

Best Practices Construction Law

Ned regularly represents clients in construction defect and compensation claims, manufacturer/dealer disputes, and insurance coverage lawsuits. He is also a South Carolina certified mediator. Ned can be reached at nnicholson@burr.com or (803) 799-9800. There is nothing inherently wrong with that; the goal is laudable.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

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To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. Workers’ compensation insurance.

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Q2 Construction Labor Costs $28.13/Hour

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Construction compensation increased 0.8% Production responsibilities for establishments in this sector are usually specified in (1) contracts with the owners of construction projects (prime contracts) or (2) contracts with other construction establishments (subcontracts). Employer Compensation Costs. . . Total compensation.

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#114:  No Damages for Delay -- Maybe, Maybe Not

NH Construction Law

Contracting parties contemplate the possibility of delays, and often include contract language to address them – sometimes with clauses precluding a contractor from any monetary compensation for delays, even owner-caused delays. Southern Underground Industries, Inc. , Sarasota County v. 3d 285, 288 (Fla. Brown Company, Inc.

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N.C. Construction Law, Policy and News blog: Worthy insights regardless of where you live

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Construction Law, Policy and News blog continues its multi-year reputation of providing solid and relevant information for the AEC industry within North Carolina. Buy out subcontracts thoughtfully. Construction Law, Policy & News blog provides worthy insights — even if you don’t live anywhere near North Carolina.

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New Hampshire Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, providing specialized assistance to businesses seeking assistance with contracting and subcontracting opportunities with the Department of Defense, other federal agencies or state and local governments. A minimum of 60% of the jobs created must be filled by low and moderate income persons.