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Inside the Baltimore Bridge Collapse & Potential Legal Liabilities

Construction Business Owner

Inside the Baltimore Bridge Collapse & Potential Legal Liabilities ccapoccia Tue, 04/16/2024 - 11:55 In the early hours of March 26, 2024, a cargo ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland. Six construction workers were killed in the accident.

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How to Prepare for Unexpected Risk Exposure

Construction Business Owner

Either by choice or required by contract or statute, commercial general liability (CGL), workers’ compensation, business auto and inland marine insurance (mobile equipment) are among the most common types of insurance purchased by contractors.

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Your Claim Has Been Denied

Construction Business Owner

If your construction business has suffered a financial loss due to damage, accident, crime or liability, the last thing you want to hear is that your claim is. Your Claim Has Been Denied. Alex Headley. Fri, 07/23/2021 - 09:30. not covered.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators.

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Say What? The Rise of Criminal Liability for Construction Accidents

Best Practices Construction Law

Chris is a partner and Cheri Gatlin is Chair of the firm’s Construction and Project Development Practice Group. on safety policies, OSHA and regulatory compliance, contracts, disputes, and all areas where law and construction intersect. “To Mainstream headlines highlight several cases where construction accidents = criminal charges.

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Builder’s Risk vs. General Liability for Contractors: What’s the Difference?

Levelset

Construction businesses need many different types of insurance to mitigate the risks associated with building projects. Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. What is general liability insurance?

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Factors to Know About Crane and Rigging Insurance

Construction Marketing

Construction sites are full of activity due to moving parts and heavy machinery. Unfortunately, a small mistake can lead to serious and costly accidents, especially considering the price of cranes and other heavy machines from the heavy machinery marketplace. These hefty costs can sink your business if you aren’t insured.

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