Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2014

If you, a loved one, or someone you know smokes and needs life insurance, you''ll not only enjoy this story, but will want to learn how to achieve the good-news result. Blackman'

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a survey saying collaboration is on the rise; Network Rail promises a partnering approach in its new framework; and a warning that carbon reduction policy risks legal challenge. billion A9 Dualling programme.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 13, 2013

The big take away from all of these services is that the right commercial facility maintenance can serve as the best insurance policy and save you thousands in facility maintenance costs. During the NATO Summit in Chicago in 2012 , we actually had clients put us on standby in case of any potential commercial property damage from the protests.

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 14, 2021

One-stop shop real-estate companies are expected to be the biggest disruptors of the 2022 market as they continue to gain momentum among home buyers and sellers looking for a more efficient sales process, National Mortgage News reports. Market Data + Trends. Housing Markets. Market Data + Trends.

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Construction Law Monitor

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

According to a recent Press Release from Marsh , a leader in insurance broking and risk management, construction firms across the U.S. will be facing new challenges in the upcoming year. Insurance rates have been declining for close to a decade, but rates are forecasted to increase between 8 and 10 percent.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

The National Insurance Crime Bureau, the public source for vehicle theft data reported to insurance companies, stopped tracking catalytic converter thefts in 2015. The precise number of thefts is not known.

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Contractor Magazine

JULY 13, 2017

Never can a stroke, cancer or a heart attack be anything but bad news. But hallelujah! Survive for five years and your life expectancy statistically is probably (wish “probably” was not necessary) the same as the general population of Americans.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up features cost plus contracts being blamed for HS2 cost overruns; details of a new Transformation Delivery Partner contract from National Highways; and a Civil Nuclear Roadmap that backs a revived nuclear building programme.

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Construction Law Monitor

DECEMBER 27, 2012

Back in 2009 this blog reported on the very topic of Workers Compensation insurance, stating that 1 and 5 businesses are breaking workers compensation laws. The main reason being is due to the exorbitant price of this insurance on contractors. Workers Compensation is codified in Louisiana under Revised Statute 23:1021 et seq.

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Editor’s comment Evolution can disrupt more than revolution The new Procurement Act comes into force next year. Editor Nick Barrett says much detail on how the new regime will work is still awaited, and should be carefully scrutinised when published. There are pitfalls for the unwary, he warns – and for the insurers as well.

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Construction Law Monitor

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

Contractors who have equipment, property and unfinished work need to report any flood, wind or wind driven rain damage to your general liability insurer in a timely fashion so that you may collect reimbursement for damages sustained from this storm. The policy is the set of rules by which you and the insurer operate when making claims.

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

News Our news round up looks at Birmingham City Council on the verge of starting the judicial review application to try and reverse a government refusal to approve a major highways contract; a warning to avoid ‘group think’ in major public sector project delivery; and a new framework to promote the use of artificial intelligence in project delivery.

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Construction Law

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Lessons must obviously be learned for future procurements; but none of them are new. Insurance Damage by Ground Movement Insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates examines the issues surrounding damage to property caused by ground movement.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 17, 2015

on a night several years ago when a client called with horrific news. Finally, his insurance broker would mobilize its claims, safety and risk management personnel to assist after these men prematurely lost their lives. It was 1 a.m. The contractor said, "There's been an accident; two of our workers are dead."

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Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2022

The scarcity of in-demand building materials like copper, aluminum, and lumber has led to significant price gains, and thieves are taking note, says Deseret News.

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Construction Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

In one of JD’s tweets last week I discovered a very informative article by Matthew Hicks regarding Workers’ Compensation Insurance law and jurisprudence in California. The bottom line here is that all California contractors need to be sure to maintain proper and adequate workers compensation insurance. Isaak, 149 Cal.App.4th

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Construction Law Monitor

JULY 10, 2012

I was recently speaking with a client about the posture of a pending case and the client was surprised to know that nearly all of the insurance companies that were originally brought into the suit had whittled their way out due to policy limitations, lack of coverage and policy exclusions. This is simply not the case.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Fall has arrived, and with it another monthly construction news roundup. 19 Mayors Pledge to Make All New Buildings Net-Zero by 2030. The takeaway: News like this suggests if contractors aren’t already aware of green construction trends, they ought to familiarize themselves with them.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 21, 2023

And the contractor vowed to go after “designers, fire engineers, supply chain and insurers” to reclaim a “substantial portion” of the £62m it has set aside for building safety and cladding retrofits. The cost of complying with the Building Safety Act has blown a hole in the latest accounts from Willmott Dixon.

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PSMJ Resources

AUGUST 3, 2011

XL Insurance Enters Collaborative Agreement With PSMJ Resources, Inc. XL Insurance’s Design Professional group, specializing in professional liability insurance for architects and engineers and a part of the global underwriting operations of XL Group (NYSE: XL), and PSMJ, Resources, Inc., New York Times.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

“The administrators are now working with insurers and all related parties to minimise any losses incurred.” An AlixPartners spokesperson said: “We can confirm that there was a break in and subsequent theft at a property relating to the Ilke Homes administration.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 3, 2015

Construction Law, Policy & News , transcends state-specific North Carolina issues, providing useful and relevant information beyond the state borders. You’ll find many insights and ideas in Matt Bouchard’s blog at nc-construction-law.com. Bouchard is a lawyer at Raleigh-based Lewis & Roberts PLLC. Matt Bouchard.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 18, 2020

The Atlanta-based customer-contact service provider will expand in Charlotte, adding 250 new jobs for licensed life and health insurance agents. Read: Chime Solutions Expanding In North Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Finally, we are also collaborating with Shepherd , a tech-enabled insurance provider, to reward our customers who are using our tools to better manage risk. . As part of our alliance, Autodesk Build will be included in Shepherd’s Casualty Pro offering, enabling our customers to save on insurance costs. .

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Construction Law Monitor

MAY 8, 2013

Homes built with sustainable, energy-efficient materials are proving to be less vulnerable to wind, hail and water, making them better investments for homebuyers and more attractive to insurers seeking to lessen risk. This could mean lower insurance premiums for homeowners who take steps to increase their homes’ sustainability. .

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The good news is that there is no single formula for building success. Investing in insurance and other strategies can help protect you from any unexpected liabilities related to the projects you take on. But there are some key elements every construction business should have in place to ensure they stay on track and continue growing.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

DECEMBER 20, 2013

” “It’s great news when companies like GEICO grow and expand their operations in the Texas insurance marketplace,” Texas Commissioner of Insurance Julia Rathgeber said. “Texas is the 12th largest insurance market in the world. with more 29,000 employees in 14 major offices around the country.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2022

Owning the median-priced home is more affordable than the average rent on a three-bedroom home in 58% of the nation, according to ATTOM, which factored in all the expenses of owning, including the monthly mortgage payment, property taxes and homeowners insurance.

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Eventually government will have to get involved in producing methods of measuring emissions that can stand up to intense scrutiny – which is increasingly to be expected from worried project funders and insurance companies.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Yet another news story says home prices in nearly every major city have hit record highs, but this cycle is not raising concerns about a bubble since conditions are driven by a shortage of supply and high demand, not by subprime mortgages and the collapse of credit. A report from title insurance company First American Financial Corp.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 7, 2017

Health insurance benefits. Make sure your workers know about all the benefits that come with their employer-sponsored health insurance. A company newsletter that highlights news, opportunities, and updates can include a health and wellness tip or opportunity. Company newsletters. Let us know here or on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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DebunkTheBIM

MARCH 24, 2013

Admittedly, I have not checked them all out individually, but the consensus is there (again) – BIM as described by CIC is here to stay, they have the best recipes on how to do it, no worries regarding insurers, trust them… Well’ let’s look at this insurer issue again! Would the insurers really say, ‘please, be my guest?

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 4, 2023

” Independently of BRE, whose certification is regionally focused on the UK and Ireland, Kingspan is certified by the globally recognised insurer testing regime FM Approvals, which carries out annual factory surveillance audits to verify our products comply with its global approval standards. ”

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Constructlaw

JANUARY 23, 2023

News: Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms,” and local publications across the country. The firm provides sophisticated legal solutions to clients’ most pressing business challenges, with depth across industry sectors, including energy, financial services, health sciences, insurance, and private equity, among others.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 26, 2023

Insurance giant L&G is being forced to dismantle homes built during its short loss-making foray into manufacturing modular housing. The Enquirer understands that problems with foundations have been uncovered at one of its largest modular homes developments in Bristol.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 6, 2023

Rydon said its settlement is being covered by its insurers. The provision is also understood to include the potential outcome of ongoing talks with individuals not included in the BSR Cohort 1 group civil case settlement. Lawyers for the BSR group took action against 22 firms in total.

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