Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

And the new emphasis on building materials and product makeup in LEED v4 will greatly favor environmentally conscious brands and businesses, far beyond LEED’s influence on the real estate industry. But the legal implications for green marketing claims call for caution. § 260.9(c)

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 11, 2016

This blog, created by a business that provides expert legal witnesses, needs to be written at the level that you would find value if you were a serious lawyer or litigant in a significant construction dispute. I’m not a lawyer, of course, and wouldn’t think of providing specific legal advice to anyone reading this blog.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. office of Akerman. .

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 24, 2020

With all 50 states now in some stage of reopening from coronavirus pandemic closures, many commercial real estate owners are questioning if they can be liable for damages when someone, whether an employee of the business tenant or someone else, claims to have contracted COVID-19 at their building. until there is a COVID-19 vaccine).

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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. The electric utility monopolies are an industry that doth protest too much, methinks, made wealthy by government regulation, whatever the pendulum swing of that regulation. Already the U.S.

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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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Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 13, 2020

And now I am ready to jump off the pages of the internet to hold the first-ever Best Practices Construction Law Summit , where we will spend a day with industry leaders talking about complex problems that occur on construction projects and identify best practices to help avoid pitfalls and succeed. Here is where you come into the equation.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to protecting your contracting business from claims and lawsuits, it can be tough to know what type of insurance you should purchase. Liability insurance protects your business against claims for damages caused by you and your workers, if you have any. It can pay for medical costs and legal fees.

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Constructlaw

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Well, for the construction industry, it may never return to “normal.” COVID-19 may have permanently changed the landscape of the construction industry in many ways. Here are just a few issues that the pandemic has brought to the forefront of our industry. It is easier to be successful in your claim if it is well-documented.

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Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Contractors on public projects aren’t allowed to file mechanics liens when payment problems arise, as both the federal and state governments explicitly prohibit private entities from claiming an interest in public property. Washington State bond claim laws. If payment isn’t received, the next step is the bond claim itself.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 16, 2016

The roundtable will explore interpretations of organic claims for products that fall outside the scope of the USDA’s National Organic Program (which potentially includes everything from cannabis to shampoo and building materials to dry cleaning, all of which are outside of USDA’s voluntary Program).

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Construction Law

OCTOBER 3, 2023

News Our news round up highlights the Edinburgh Tram Inquiry report that lays bare procurement and procurement inadequacies; the Court of Appeal allows a challenge to Sizewell C to proceed; and Transport Scotland caves into industry pressure and will use NEC4 on the Tomatin to Moy section of the A9.

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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. Third-party insurance examples.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

In some cases, that can turn into a big problem for Project Managers when a claim or a project dispute appears. Like that, instead of spending weeks or even months to respond in just one claim, you will be able to retrieve the right photo and data you need within an hour or two max. Stay protected against claims.

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DebunkTheBIM

AUGUST 12, 2016

Ever since BIM raised its pretty multi-dimensioned head within the AEC industry, most talk and action has been focused on its role in prevention, rather than cure of construction projects. I toyed with the concept of calling the services collectively ‘Forensic BIM’ and prepared a pretty workable strategy for getting a start-up off the ground.

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Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 18, 2019

As a construction litigation attorney, the “claim” is often about telling the story of a breach of contract, or failed expectations, or unforeseen delays, all through the testimony of individuals or the introduction of documents. In a recent case, Wollaston Industries v. Ciccone d/b/a Ciccone Door Services, (U.S.D.C.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Of course, everyone in the industry knows that it is almost impossible to go through a construction project without experiencing any kind of delays. However, this doesn’t mean that there is no way to reduce setbacks on your projects and prevent costly mistakes that could eventually lead to never-ending claims and legal disputes.

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

Technology, it seems, really is at the heart of the industry. Minimized risk of legal claims. Running a large construction business can put you at risk of legal trouble. This means that all of your documents, information, and processes will be accessible to you at all times.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 17, 2022

The preliminary investigation determined that the contractor was on an elevated platform while working on an industrial warehouse that was under construction. Last month, a construction worker died as a storm swept through a construction site in Lebanon, Indiana.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

It is surprising to many in the environmental industrial complex that there has been relatively little litigation arising out of green building. Appreciate that this limited number of disputes pursuing courtroom redress exists against a backdrop of a rising number of actual claims in green building construction projects.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Modern slavery exists in every industry, in every country in the world. If businesses, including in the real estate industry look hard enough, they will find it in their supply chains. found construction as one of the top 25 industries where slavery takes place today. It is no longer acceptable to look the other way.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

The legal cannabis market could triple over the next for years to $22 Billion, according to a pre-election day editorial in The Wall Street Journal. In this brave new weed world, people care about the cannabis they smoke (and eat). Organic marijuana Verdant Checked cannabis is coming.

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Levelset

JULY 5, 2022

There are several different types of property liens , which are legal claims against the property held by a debtor. Contractors and other businesses in the construction industry can file a mechanics lien if they aren’t paid for their work – even if they weren’t hired directly by the property owner. What is a lien?

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Levelset

APRIL 28, 2022

Construction is a risky business, with among the highest rates of failure of any industry. If a subcontractor defaults on a project, the general contractor can make a claim with the insurance company to cover costs above their deductible and any loss reserve requirements. million – $750,000). . million – $750,000). .

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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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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2016

Green Building Council is to be applauded for the release last week of the new pilot credit MRpc102 – Legal Wood. And despite much that has been said in the past week, including by a variety of wood industry trade groups declaring victory, USGBC has not approved any “equivalent” to FSC certified wood.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2016

Green Building Council is to be applauded for the release last week of the new pilot credit MRpc102 – Legal Wood. And despite much that has been said in the past week, including by a variety of wood industry trade groups declaring victory, USGBC has not approved any “equivalent” to FSC certified wood.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. The policy covers damages to property, bodily injury expenses, and legal fees caused by faulty work or installation of a faulty product. Examples of completed operations claims. Deck collapse.

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Lets Build

MAY 5, 2022

For construction companies, it can also significantly increase profitability and maximise legal compliance. That’s especially valuable considering the overlapping rafts of regional, national, and global legalities any construction company has to navigate. The 5 main benefits of inspection software. Everything is standardised.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The problem is that these tools, good as they are, are not made for the construction industry and are unable to provide an accurate link between what’s taking place on the field and its impact on the 3-6 week planning or the master schedule. And things can get even more complicated when it comes to fighting a claim. The result?

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 3, 2019

If you do a little digging, you may notice that many industries utilise development and maintenance processes that are often repetitive and standardised across the scope of their operations. Technical and Legal and Compliance Issues. Conflicts and other project risks can delay work and negatively impact bottom lines. Process Issues.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. Going through the legalities of such issues can be complex, so working with a personal injury attorney In Englewood would be a good starting point. . If the construction company fails to keep the site safe, they could face liability.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Following various audits, the Government filed a complaint against Lockheed seeking more than $115 million in reimbursement based upon a claim of breach of contract. What did the FAR say? The government asserts for the first time in its briefs that there exists an implied contractual duty for a prime contractor to manage its subcontracts.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 6, 2012

industry jobs. Power & Industrial. CW: Report Claims Caltrans Ignored Bridge Safety Issues. Description: CB&I offers $3 billion to buy Shaw; newspaper claims Caltrans ignored safety issues on Bay Bridge. Industry forecasts. contact us. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. Search our site: Infrastructure. Transportation.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

A plumbing contractor’s insurance policy covers claims for property damage, but it may also help defend against lawsuits resulting from a work-related incident. The average cost for a workers comp claim in 2019-20 was $41,353. Even small disputes in the construction industry can have a negative impact on time and cash flow.

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Constructor Marketing that Works

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Q: Less than a handful group of our local competitor in the HVAC industry use television and radio heavily. Q: Most opportunities claim great results. Our challenge is to quantifiably select the best options, substantiate the claims with relevant results, and finding the best solutions. It is time intensive.

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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. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company.

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