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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. There is not a universal definition of “substantial completion,” and some contracts define it in vague terms that leave a lot of interpretation. Mechanics lien laws have specific deadlines that contractors must follow.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

Maryland 156
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#113:  Waiving the Right to Arbitrate

NH Construction Law

A unanimous Supreme Court has now said no, and in the process has debunked the common assumption that arbitration agreements are specially favored in federal court – the so-called “presumption of arbitrability.” Demers Nursing Home, Inc. Time Share Corp. ,

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

Construction Law Monitor

Athletic Field construction lien case. House Bill 1559 (Limiting indemnification agreements involving design professionals). Kathy Haigh, (D-Shelton) (D) on January 25, 2011, modifies current law to limit indemnification agreements involving design professionals. Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Sen.

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New York Home Improvement Contracts: What Residential Contractors Need to Include

Levelset

Let’s start with some basic definitions under NY Gen. This definition also covers a few other types of contracts. Any mechanics lien filed against your property may be discharged. Payment of the agreed-upon price under the home improvement contract prior to filing a mechanic’s lien may invalidate such lien.

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What is a Construction Change Directive (CCD)?

Construction Law Monitor

There are many examples such as “punch-list,” “lien” and “substantial completion” to name a few. Definition of Construction Change Directive. To break down this definition, one must look to its parts. Lastly, its a directive given by the owner when time and/or cost are not in agreement.