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#116:  Termination as a Condition of Performance Bond Liability

NH Construction Law

Wrongful termination will not only be a breach of contract giving the principal a claim for damages against the obligee, but it will forfeit the protection of the bond. Conversely, not terminating also forgoes the protection of the bond – if termination is an enforceable condition of the surety’s liability. 4th 12 (1st Cir.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. General liability insurance. 7 insurance policies subcontractors may need.

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Activities and liabilities of Quantity Surveyor and Quality Manager

Construction Cost Estimating

Usually, a quantity surveyor performs the following activities :- • Commercial omission of site • Formulation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts • Supervision, training and development of some junior staff • Job review of assistant staff • Utilization of health and safety requirements • Fulfillment of paperwork as desired by the CSIs/procedures (..)

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.” Let’s meet in the middle.

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#108:  Replacement Contractor Issues

NH Construction Law

It is certainly possible, even wise, for the completion contractor to disclaim any liability for his predecessor’s work, but at the end of the project teasing apart the respective responsibilities for any issues with the finished product can be challenging. Welch Construction Co.,

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Federal Court dismisses sub's claim against GC because of arbitration

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Federal Court dismisses subs claim against GC because of arbitration provision. The Subcontract incorporated the terms and conditions of the Prime Contract by reference.

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Home Builders and Developers Beware: SC Supreme Court Beats Up Hybrid Arbitration Clauses Mercilessly

Best Practices Construction Law

Ned regularly represents clients in construction defect and compensation claims, manufacturer/dealer disputes, and insurance coverage lawsuits. Today’s guest post is by one of my favorite construction lawyers and friends, Burr partner Ned Nicholson in our Columbia, SC office. He is also a South Carolina certified mediator. Reynolds v.