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How to File a Lawsuit After an Injury At a Construction Site?

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These defenses include: Assumption of risk This defense says that you knew of the risks of working at a construction site and that you voluntarily assumed those risks. Not getting a written fee agreement from the lawyer you hire. appeared first on Construction Marketing Association Blog.

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How to Avoid Disputes in Construction

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Having a gentleman’s agreement is the worst mistake you could ever make. Since putting up a house or a facility is an expensive affair, you risk losing huge amounts of money in case the structure doesn’t meet your needs. Discuss Potential Risks in Advance. Put It in Writing.

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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

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Before starting a construction project , you should train workers operating in medium and high-risk areas on safety measures and standards. Have a safety standards terms of the agreement (TOA). This information should be included in a terms-of-agreement document signed by all workers.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: Good Project Management is Good Risk.

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Good Project Management is Good Risk Management. Most risks are foreseeable and responsive to thoughtful project management. • Risk reduction by any means is usually superior to any management scheme. • Clearly written agreements are essential. Mel Lesters E-Quip Blog. Ford Harding blog.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

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If the principal’s bond application is approved, the surety company will require the principal to sign an indemnity agreement before it will issue the bond. The indemnity agreement provides that the principal will hold the surety harmless if a claim is filed against the bond. Sign the indemnity agreement.

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Things Involved With Hiring Uncertified Hi-Rail Crane Operators – What You Need To Know

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The risks associated with an uncertified operator can be severe. This could be a potential risk for operators, workers around the area, and those below it. That way, you know exactly what the terms of your agreement are and what you can expect from the service. It ranges from personnel injuries to property damage.

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ConstructionPro Network blog: Diverse, high-level information to help make better project management decisions

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The ConstructionPro Network blog provides a diversity of high-level content. The free (and openly accessible) blog provides an entry point for a $395 per year annual information service, well worth the money for people who need to drill down into the more complex and challenging specialized project/risk management responsibilities.