Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

An insurance policy rarely meets every contractor’s needs out of the box. One of the most common endorsements you’ll likely encounter involves additional insured (AI) parties. While it may sound unusual, adding additional insureds is common and extends benefits both to you as a policyholder – and the party being named on the policy.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 2, 2023

You may wonder if you have legal recourse if you have been injured while working at a construction site. But first, it is important to understand that every case is unique, and you should always consult with a qualified construction accident injury attorney to get specific advice about your situation.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

To help your business remain viable, contractor’s insurance should be a crucial part of your financial strategy. Insurance also puts other parties’ minds at ease when they want to hire you as a specialty contractor. A certificate of insurance (COI) is a valid form used to prove that you carry the appropriate insurance policy.

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Levelset

AUGUST 31, 2022

Whether you’re just starting your business or looking to change insurance carriers, it pays to go with a company that has experience and knowledge in providing insurance for the construction industry. These days you can purchase insurance on your own or go through a local agent. Best construction insurance companies.

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Levelset

AUGUST 26, 2022

When working in construction, your insurance policy gets issued as a fairly standard contract. At the core, you have property coverage for your tools and equipment, along with a liability component that protects your financial assets in case there’s a work-related accident or injury that you may have some responsibility for. .

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. HVAC contractor insurance is the primary way to help protect your financial interest if things go wrong on the job.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. In that case, the responsibility of dealing with workplace accidents or unsafe job sites will fall upon them, causing legal issues.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Insurance is perhaps the most important thing to arrange before starting a construction company. There are many different types of insurance in the United Kingdom. A construction business needs need public liability insurance , and employers’ liability insurance if you employ staff. Legal Documents. Business Plan.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

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 builder’s risk insurance?

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Police and fire investigators have determined that the truck driver’s death was a workplace accident and not a crime. Examples like this are good reminders of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. These include: Prepare before the accident. Manage the accident documents.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

" While the explosion in Kansas does not appear to have involved an accident at a construction site, early reports do indicate that the cause may have been a contractor performing underground work that struck a gas line. In any event, there are some lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Police and fire investigators have determined that the truck driver''s death was a workplace accident and not a crime. Examples like this are good reminders of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. These include: Prepare before the accident. Organize post-accident activities.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 29, 2015

There are multiple types of insurance coverage for the various risks on a construction project. However, when there are multiple insurance carriers covering the same risk (i.e., However, when there are multiple insurance carriers covering the same risk (i.e., In a recent case, Cincinnati Insurance Co.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Unsafe practices on the site could lead to construction delays , legal fees to defend violations , and breach of contract if safety issues are non-compliant with contract terms. . When compliance and accident prevention are part of the daily messaging and work routine, everyone becomes involved in safer operations. .

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. The direct costs of on-the-job injuries and deaths are clear in the form of workers’ compensation claims, medical expenses, and potential legal liability. Accident Prevention Training' Join Our Mailing List.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

Indemnification clauses are arguably the most important part of an agreement when an accident or dispute arises on a project. An indemnity clause is often only worth as much as the underlying insurance coverage. Therefore, they deserve an extra look before finalizing an agreement. Code § 2782; N.Y. Laws § 5-322.1; Code § 13-8-2; Va.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

INSURANCE |. Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. The more accidents and safety violations you have on a job, the more the job is going to cost; and the last time I checked you can’t submit a change order just because your team got hurt on the job! STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

Indemnification clauses are arguably the most important part of an agreement when an accident or dispute arises on a project. An indemnity clause is often only worth as much as the underlying insurance coverage. Therefore, they deserve an extra look before finalizing an agreement. Code § 2782; N.Y. Laws § 5-322.1; Code § 13-8-2; Va.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

INSURANCE |. This, after all, is the foundation of the insurance industry. And risk can be a profit center, since insurance companies obviously make money. So what do construction and insurance companies have in common? Well, consider the business model of the insurance industry. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

INSURANCE |. A Safety Consultant’s Opinion: After having worked in the safety industry for over 21 years, 14 of which were with 2 major insurance companies. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. This includes taking out insurance on the project.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. . Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. This includes taking out insurance on the project.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG’s members are committed to improving the quality of legal representation to those injured on the job or victims of occupational illness by superior legal education and by keeping informed of legislative and judicial proceedings. How long have you been with the group? Why did you get involved in helping injured workers?

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

INSURANCE |. As I mentioned before, communication often occurs by accident – it just happens. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

INSURANCE |. Our jobsite was not yet dried in, so when we had heavy rains, there was water and Carolina mud all over the concrete floors – we had an accident waiting to happen. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. May 30, 2012 in insurance , litigation , news | Permalink.

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Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

According to the post, a Burien two truck driver lost his life in an accident, and his family contacted L&I requesting death benefits. According to L&I: That’s when we discovered his employer had not paid for the insurance that would entitle his family to death benefits. So, what will come next in the story?

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Regulation Contractors Washington Insurance 63

Construction Lawyer

MAY 8, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Categories.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 13, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Categories.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 8, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. 177, 185, 8 P.2d

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 8, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Categories.

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ENR Construction

JULY 30, 2012

Further, the overall accident frequency record was substantially below the U.K Since Owners are Demanding Designers Carry Higher Insurance Limits, Is a Split-Limit Approach Best? Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption. Economic Stimulus. -->. Associations. Interviews.

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ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2012

Unevenly backfilling such tunnels can introduce unsymmetrical loads on the three-pin arches, which could lead to an accident like the one that felled a TechSpan tunnel in Gerards Cross, England, six years ago (ENR 7/11/05 p. Since Owners are Demanding Designers Carry Higher Insurance Limits, Is a Split-Limit Approach Best? Interviews.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 21, 2012

We didn’t get there by accident or luck, though. Since Owners are Demanding Designers Carry Higher Insurance Limits, Is a Split-Limit Approach Best? Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption. Economic Stimulus. -->. Associations. Washington Observer. Product Snapshot.

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Construction Lawyer

JUNE 24, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. In the underlying action, a forklift accident killed the decedent.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

A complex "command center" of sorts, the Seattle-based KRC detects issues within buildings critical systems, reducing accidents, downtime and costs. Since Owners are Demanding Designers Carry Higher Insurance Limits, Is a Split-Limit Approach Best? Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Project Delivery.

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Lets Build

MAY 18, 2017

Disputes over insurance agreements can be, for example, one of those reasons. One of the project parties may feel that it’s entitled to some compensation while the insurance company, or whoever is responsible for that may have a different opinion. The reasons for a contract dispute may vary each time. Unforeseen Reasons.

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