Construction Marketing

MARCH 2, 2023

Damage recovery If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover damages for your injuries. These defenses include: Assumption of risk This defense says that you knew of the risks of working at a construction site and that you voluntarily assumed those risks.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In most cases, that’s what insurance is for, and the contractor will typically initiate a claim against their policy to take care of it. But who can actually file a claim against the contractor’s insurance? Can the property owner file a claim, or does the contractor need to submit it?

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. Here’s an overview of eight of the top safety and health hazards in construction — and some preventive measures you can take to avoid these risks. . Electrocution.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 29, 2022

a publicly traded Brazilian mining company and one of the world’s largest iron ore producers, with making false and misleading claims about the safety of the Brumadinho dam including through its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures. Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A.,

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

This past May the Construction Claims Advisor summarized a Washington Court of Appeals case against an engineer for faulty design and a contractor for faulty construction. Although no damage, or economic loss occurred, the building was subject to failure from seismic activity, and thus posed a safety risk.

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Wolgast Corporation

JULY 6, 2022

The Storefront Safety Council is a group of volunteers that are “passionate about ending vehicle-into-building crashes.” Members include architects, risk managers, parking specialists, lawyers, and perimeter safety professionals. The emergency response report is also useful in your insurance claim for timing and dates.

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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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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. Incorrect stacking of materials puts them at risk of toppling over. . A lack of sufficient safety training might cause falling debris in the workplace. Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries?

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 21, 2020

Insurance companies use the number to assess the cost of injuries and future risks. Your company has filed one or more workers’ compensation claims. When this happens, your insurer raises your insurance premium to mitigate risk. When this happens, your insurer raises your insurance premium to mitigate risk.

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Constructlaw

JULY 6, 2020

Department of State , 1 the Board rejected a contractor’s claim for additional costs related to demobilization and remobilization of the job site in Freetown, Sierra Leone, due to an Ebola virus outbreak. So, where the costs increased due to the unforeseen Ebola outbreak, PSJV bore the risk. In Pernix Serka Joint Venture v.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JUNE 20, 2023

PacifiCorp prevailed against the plaintiffs on the claim of inverse condemnation. With respect to the tort-based claims, the jury awarded approximately $72 million in compensatory damages to 17 plaintiffs. This intent standard for inverse condemnation claims in Oregon differs from those in other states.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 6, 2012

Safety & Health. 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. Risk management. Safety and health. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

General contractors know these risks when they take the role. However, the types of policies and their limits (the maximum amount claims can pay out) are limited. However, with the amount of risk involved in a standard construction project, general contractors typically need to hold multiple policies. Builder’s risk insurance.

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Construction Junkie

JULY 27, 2020

“Procore’s platform can help contractors avoid many costly losses and delays through effective risk management and cross-team collaboration,” said Lisa Morgan, President of Construction at Travelers. This exclusive offering is one more example of how we’re always looking for innovative ways to help our customers manage risk.”

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 6, 2023

It is known for construction site staff to steal equipment while on the job, which is why keeping detailed logs of who has each item can help you to spot and protect yourself against potential theft, which you might need to make an insurance claim for down the line.

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Construction Law

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Building safety Building Safety Act 2022: remediation orders and the implications for the construction sector Pauline Lam of Russell-Cooke and Robert Bowker of Tanfield Chambers examine the first Remediation Order under the Building Safety Act 2022 , which is expected to have significant implications for the construction industry.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 14, 2020

something I rarely do) because I believe the two new LEED pilot credits can contribute to a meaningful consideration of how to adapt to keep people safe in buildings and how to mitigate risk to owners of those buildings. . Green Building Council has announced that LEED will play a role in confronting risk in the coronavirus pandemic era.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Let’s take a look a subcontractor insurance: when it’s needed, what happens if a sub goes uninsured, and what policies subs can use to protect their businesses from risk. Subcontractor business liability insurance should be retained since a catastrophic claim could bankrupt most all painting contractors.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 17, 2022

While there are legal implications related to pursuing a claim for additional time or money, there are also practical considerations for both job site and the workers when a severe weather event occurs. Evaluate site-specific risks. Indeed, that’s why force majeure clauses are generally included in parties’ contract.

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Construction Law

JUNE 5, 2023

There has been little sign of it however, or that a clear path forward to ensure that remedial safety works that could prevent another Grenfell tragedy has been established. The government intends to make good on its threat through a responsible actors scheme to be brought into law under Sections 126-129 of the Building Safety Act 2022.

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Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 22, 2020

If workers do not have immediate access to soap and water for handwashing, provide alcohol-based hand rubs containing at least 60 percent alcohol; Using Environmental Protection Agency-approved cleaning chemicals from List N or that have label claims against the coronavirus; and. Encouraging workers to report any safety and health concerns.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

These podium decks serve multiple purposes, serving as car parks, baggage claim areas, service areas, and more. Concrete decks like this need to withstand not just incredibly high vehicle and foot traffic but the risk of fuel spills. Both airports had high standards when it came to choosing a solution. Architects. Contractor.

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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Home > Management > Best Practices > Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Related Articles Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. EMCOR Group presented safety award by CNA. Project Management. Advertisement. ); //. Comments 0.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 9, 2017

It reflects your company’s past injury and illness incidents and lets the insurance carrier calculate future risk. The National Council of Compensation Insurance (NCCI) looks at the national average of claims within a given industry and assigns that average the number 1.0. depending on a variety of factors used to determine risk.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Experience Modification Rate or EMR is the number used by insurance companies to measure the cost of injuries in the past and the predication of future accidents or risk of a company. it means the company has had to pay for one or more worker compensation claims. Our safety advisors are happy to help! An EMR of 1.0

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Construction Junkie

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Historically, it has been pretty difficult to track who enters a construction site or building and when, which can pose a safety and health risk to your jobsite, especially during a global pandemic. For more information, visit safesitecheckin.com.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

With numerous new challenges, concerns, and worries facing construction workers today, boosting workplace morale and improving on-site safety may not be easy, but it's essential. Driving Motivation and Facilitating Safety. Implementing New Health and Safety Regulations. Mon, 09/28/2020 - 11:57. Derek Jones. Improved Scheduling.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

This should include identifying chain of command for notice purposes, identifying internal investigation team members, identifying who will be a company spokesperson, and identifying your risk management team (insurance and legal). Act diligently when an accident occurs. Manage the accident documents.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 12, 2022

This mitigates risk and uncertainty, ultimately increasing the chances of a successful and well-executed project. . The objective is to protect the developer or contractor from any claims that may arise in the future. Conduct a Risk Assessment. Risk assessment is particularly important in healthcare-related jobs. .

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 9, 2020

While there are legal implications related to pursuing a claim for additional time or money, there are also practical considerations for both job site and the workers when a severe weather event occurs. Evaluate site-specific risks. Indeed, that’s why force majeure clauses are generally included in parties’ contract.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 23, 2019

While this season can be all about warm cider and evenings by the fireplace, there are also some risks that come with low temperatures, especially in the workplace. It is a safety threat that can result in fatalities. While the condition seems innocuous, Trench Foot claimed the lives of over 70,000 soldiers during wartime.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 24, 2019

While this season can be all about warm cider and evenings by the fireplace, there are also some risks that come with low temperatures, especially in the workplace. It is a safety threat that can result in fatalities. While the condition seems innocuous, Trench Foot claimed the lives of over 70,000 soldiers during wartime.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

“We’re seeing companies going to their vendors and subs seeking to amend or add language to contracts to include certifications that they will be complying with relevant public health guidance and to clarify who is responsible for what and also, to the extent possible, to try to get indemnification in case there is a claim,” says Jessica T.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. More than half of that spending (56%) went toward safety education, a sign that construction remains a potentially dangerous job. Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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NH Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2018

It is commonplace for subcontractors to promise to provide for the safety of their employees, and for general contractors to promise the owner that they will maintain site safety as well. Who is liable for injuries to the sub’s employees in such cases? The recent case of Grady v. Jones Lang Lasalle Construction Co. ,

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