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Zero Waste in an Era of Net Zero Everything

Green Building Law Update

Despite that the Zero Waste movement peaked in about 1998, in the modern context of Net Zero from Net Zero Energy to Net Zero Carbon, we are today with surprising frequency asked about a business being able to claim it is Zero Waste. No company should claim to be Zero Waste. There is a lot of waste out there. But it is not easy.

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Construction Law: December 2023

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Legal terms explained In our latest legal terms explained article Sienna Kim of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP looks at the often thorny issue of retentions. The programme, called CRUX, is based on expert diagnosis of claims and disputes. Claims Building a case by extrapolation – should failure be the default?

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ESG is Not Just for Public Companies

Green Building Law Update

Smaller businesses, without a deep bench of internal ESG expertise need to be particularly cautious of greenwashing in ESG claims. banking industry is signaling its willingness to consider ESG when underwriting lending. Many find engaging an attorney with sustainability expertise is a good way to mitigate ESG associated risk.

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Common Types of Construction Contracts And Their Use

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It is a legally binding document that the groups agree to at the start of a project and are held accountable to throughout. Under a lump sum contract the consultants are typically engaged by the owner and the contractor falls under a separate contract with the owner. The contract is typically governed by the prime consultant.

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constructionattorneyblog: ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS.

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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. >. Jurado , which involved competing lien claims

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

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Go To Your Bank - And they offer you a line of credit. We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. You say O.K.

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We Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Did You Go To Your Bank - And they offered to give you a line of credit. Get Organized - We strongly recommend a Subchapter S-Corp for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice.