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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. Workers’ compensation This defense says you are not entitled to sue for damages because workers’ compensation insurance covers you.

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Efficient LEAN Construction Delivery

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Compensation. Agreements/ Contracts. Unilateral effort, allocate and transfer risk, no sharing. Multilateral, open sharing of risk and information, inclusive of Operations Manual/Execution Guide. Managed individually, transferred to greatest extent. Managed collectively, appropriately shared. Communications.

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Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality

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It is defined within and Lean environment government by a long-term multi-party agreement and associated written Operations Manual / Execution Guide. A detailed scope of work is associated with a detailed line item cost estimate and builder’s proposal based upon a locally researched unit price book.

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Not Just An Old Wives’ Tale: Negotiating “Paid In Full” Check Binds Contractor

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Upon completion of the project, the owner sent contractor a check marked “Final Payment,” but the check did not compensate the contractor for its increased construction costs as a result of the delays or for the extra-contractual project expansion. The court disagreed. The “paid in full” principle is not just an old wives’ tale.

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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

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General contractors know these risks when they take the role. At their core, insurance policies are agreements between two parties: the insurer and the policyholder. However, with the amount of risk involved in a standard construction project, general contractors typically need to hold multiple policies.

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“Paid in Full” Wives’ Tale True? When Endorsing A Check, Yes Ma’am!

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Upon completion of the project, the owner sent contractor a check marked “Final Payment,” but the check did not compensate the contractor for its increased construction costs as a result of the delays or for the extracontractual project expansion. The court disagreed.

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Insurance for Electricians: What It Covers & Why You May Need It

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Below is a list of coverages that can be obtained through a separate policy or amendment to an existing agreement. . Workers’ compensation insurance : This coverage can help replace income and cover medical expenses if an employee is injured while on the job. This additional protection could increase your premium rates.