Construction Law

DECEMBER 5, 2023

News Our regular news round up of construction law and procurement stories reports on two highly critical reports of government spending plans for schools and hospitals; and record fines being levied on a landlord and property management company for fire risks. The programme, called CRUX, is based on expert diagnosis of claims and disputes.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

First-party insurance Third-party insurance Definition First-party insurance provides reimbursement to the insured individual or business for covered claims during the coverage period. The roofer’s general liability insurance covers claims related to injuries related to the customer’s fall. First-party insurance examples.

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Insurance Liability Compensation Claims 52

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

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Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

Legal 100

Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Mr Ethics

JUNE 19, 2015

s” will legally protect our personal assets and the assets of our regular company. They say our only risk is the assets that are in the L.L.C. Dear Undecided, LLC’s have been around for decades and are perfectly legal. Consult legal counsel about the pros and cons of a LLC and then use it properly if formed.

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Legal Liability Drawings Claims 100

Green Building Law Update

MAY 30, 2021

While the idea of ESG began in 2004 with a United Nations initiative to influence capital in non Western markets, in 2021 the legal and political institutions in the United States and the EU are demanding those ideas be implementing with due haste.

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Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Once the policy has been purchased, the insurance company helps the contractor mitigate risks by improving their processes. When a loss occurs that will exceed the deductible and copay, the contractor submits a notice of claim to the insurance company. The insurer starts a claim on their end and assigns a claim professional.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Smaller businesses, without a deep bench of internal ESG expertise need to be particularly cautious of greenwashing in ESG claims. Many find engaging an attorney with sustainability expertise is a good way to mitigate ESG associated risk. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

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Maryland Regulation Electrical Legal 177

Constructlaw

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Fire broke out, resulting in a loss that was paid by the owner’s builder’s risk insurance. The builder’s risk carriers — subrogated to the rights of the owner — then sued the prime contractor, its subcontractor, and sub-subcontractor for negligence.

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Levelset

APRIL 8, 2022

On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Knowing what to expect from insurers gives you some leverage as a contractor, and can help you protect your business against financial risk on restoration projects. Know your role.

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Insurance Claims Agreement Lien 52

Levelset

APRIL 8, 2022

On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Knowing what to expect from insurers gives you some leverage as a contractor, and can help you protect your business against financial risk on restoration projects. .

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Businesses making a net zero claim like, “we will be net zero by 2030” risk a charge that they are misleading consumers. It is one thing when a political leaders in a government make an ESG claim. But it is another thing for a business to make ESG claims about net zero or otherwise that mislead customers.

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Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

When a property owner files an insurance claim to cover a restoration or roofing project, the owner typically deals directly with the insurance company. An assignment of benefits , or AOB, is an agreement to transfer insurance claim rights to a third party. AOBs take the homeowner out of the claims equation. Setting up an AOB.

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Insurance Contractors Lien Claims 52

Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2017

We also need to consult the claims team to determine how late we really are. ” On another case, I found this nugget: “ Although we should give them notice of this claim, let’s wait until our equipment has left the port on their vessel before telling them. Risks of informal communications (… see emails above… ).

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Documentation Planswift ProCore Claims 74

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 19, 2009

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Nevada Claims Illinois AIA 40

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

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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Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 30, 2007

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Sidestepping for a moment those companies that set out to intentionally deceive other about their ESG bonafides, from time to time, what companies think their ESG claims mean and what others really understand are two different things. And while today it has a broader definition including not only environmental claims but also matters of ESG.

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Claims Sustainability Legal Risk 156

Help Everybody Everyday

MARCH 6, 2009

. “No damages for delay” clauses that remove your ability to claim actual damages for delay beyond your control and imposed by an upstream party. Language that puts artificial limits on your ability to make a claim, including allowing the upstream party or its agent to be the judge of your claim’s validity.

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Constructlaw

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

During the project, the contractor submitted dozens of claims for additional time and money – all of which the project’s owner has rejected. The owner, however, says the disputed issues are the contractor’s, not the owner’s risk. Dispute boards also save time. Dispute boards can save money, too.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Architecture Illinois AIA Chicago 58

Construction Lawyer

MAY 1, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Florida 40

Florida Illinois Claims AIA 40

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Website of PKR Consulting Inc. -- Advertising --. This would not be an impromptu discussion—I was the owners scheduling consultant on a project with the person I would be debating. Avoiding Claims and Lawsuits The benefits are obvious. Perhaps claims and lawsuits could be avoided. Safety & Health. Associations.

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Schedule Viewpoint Conference Claims 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

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. Get Organized - Pick a company name that says something about what you are doing.

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Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 22, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. As an option, we can further assist them with an independent third party certification to mitigate any risk in showcasing their ethical sourcing credentials.

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Legal Risk Sustainability California 177

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

PSMJ Tips: New Project Delivery Methods = New Risks. with these alternate project delivery methods also comes new risks and. the chance of being involved in a claim. As with any contract or delivery style, it’s always wise to consult. with your legal advisor(s) and liability insurer(s) prior to tackling.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 14, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Illinois 40

Illinois AIA Chicago Legal 40

Construction Lawyer

MAY 2, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Contract Illinois Legal Construction 40

Construction Lawyer

OCTOBER 6, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Illinois 40

Illinois Lien Banking AIA 40

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that through green building practices, like the U.S.

Legal 156

Legal Risk Green Claims 156

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 30, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

New York 40

New York Lien Contractors Illinois 40

Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

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. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

Illinois 40

Illinois Subcontracting Liability AIA 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Zero costs associated with disputes and claims. Fewer disputes and claims. Journal of Legal. confidence and joint risk management in achieving project success. transactions faced by public clients, private contractors and consultants in public projects. Partnering: Tool for construction claims reduction.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

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. Insurance - Is critical to your construction company.

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Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

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. Get Organized - Pick a company name that says something about what you are doing.

Contractors 48

Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Some risks present in every project, e.g., computer network crash or fire in the office, may be best addressed at the department or business level. Notify your insurance claims management team and get legal help before claims are made. Scarlett Consulting. Managing Risk in Public Works. Ford Harding blog.

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