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How to Get Paid on Texas Public Projects

Levelset

And with tentative buzz surrounding a proposed new interstate between Texas and northern New Mexico, there could be some serious construction projects underway in the state in the next year. Payment protection on Texas public projects. Texas prompt payment laws. Texas monthly notices. The main difference?

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Texas Central signs design-build agreement with Salini Impregilo-Lane JV for $20B high-speed rail project

Construction Dive

The contract for the Houston-to-Dallas line adds to existing engineering, design and preconstruction work the team has done under the management of Bechtel in the hopes of starting construction next year.

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Not Everything Is Bigger in Texas: Court of Appeals Reverses Trial Court’s Expansive Interpretation of Indemnity Clause

Constructlaw

A recent decision by the Court of Appeals of Texas highlights the perils of failing to properly assert a demand for contractual indemnity. RKI contracted with Ameriflow Energy Services LLC and Crescent Services LLC through two master service agreements (MSAs) and a series of work orders. RKI Expl. & & Prod., LEXIS 4331 (Tex.

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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

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Tips for Enacting Workplace Mask, Vaccine Requirements

Pro Builder

But recent court decisions have provided legal support, Blue added, including one ruling upholding a Texas hospital's mandate. Workers who are part of a union may be subject to an employment agreement or collective bargaining agreement that impacts the situation, Conrad Kennedy said. Business Management. Read More. .

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Gehan Homes Invests in Florida Build-For-Rent Landscape

Pro Builder

Included in the acquisition are the affiliated Property Management, Construction, and Title Service Companies. Gehan Homes plans to build and manage rental projects across florida with the acquisition of an 80% interest in Southern Impression Homes and affiliated companies. The company owns and controls approximately 5,000 lots.

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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

Construction is one of the hardest industries to manage cash flow in, with contractors often facing large up-front costs and frequent, long delays between expenses and payment. It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. Retainage is up for negotiation Retainage is not set in stone.