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Last, but NOT Least: Why You Should Take a Closer Look at Your Next Indemnification Clause

Construction and Infrastructure Law

Indemnification clauses appear in nearly every agreement, but they are often overlooked as mere boilerplate provisions after the parties have painstakingly negotiated all of the other terms. Any party who could face potential liability should be included as an indemnified party. This is an easy way to avoid unexpected liability.

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Last, but NOT Least: Why You Should Take a Closer Look at Your Next Indemnification Clause

Construction and Infrastructure Law

Indemnification clauses appear in nearly every agreement, but they are often overlooked as mere boilerplate provisions after the parties have painstakingly negotiated all of the other terms. Any party who could face potential liability should be included as an indemnified party. This is an easy way to avoid unexpected liability.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Karalynn also brought up the tendency of the industry to pass liability down the chain when drawing up contracts. For this reason, construction professionals must find better ways to craft and negotiate agreements. Karalynn also emphasizes the importance of negotiating who takes on certain risks and liabilities.

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5 Must-Have Clauses in Your Next Construction Contract

Construction Law Monitor

Certain clauses are critical for any contract to effectively protect your rights and minimize your liabilities. An indemnification clause can help protect you against future liability. To help determine this, you should have a cost breakdown of the entire project ready as part of the contract negotiation process. ADR Clause.

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5 Must-Have Clauses in Your Next Construction Contract

Construction Law Monitor

Certain clauses are critical for any contract to effectively protect your rights and minimize your liabilities. An indemnification clause can help protect you against future liability. To help determine this, you should have a cost breakdown of the entire project ready as part of the contract negotiation process. ADR Clause.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

Because of the potential liability and added complexity and legal issues involved in a fatality or catastrophic accident, the company should insist that legal counsel be contacted immediately and, if at all possible, before OSHA is allowed to start its inspection or any information is provided.

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THE ESTIMATING PROCESS FROM A TO Z

Construction Cost Estimating

Special Enumerated Fees You or your contractor can want correct insurance policy to shield the building throughout construction, and to shield against damage to others (liability). APPLIANCES Negotiate for a contractor’s discount if you purchase all of your appliances from one trafficker. Tree Conservation Permit 17.