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PFAS in a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment?

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The question de riguer in commercial real estate transactions is if PFAS is included in a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment? Such was confirmed on January 14, 2021, when EPA issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to get public comment and data to inform the agency’s ongoing evaluation of PFAS.

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First-Party vs. Third-Party Insurance: What’s the Difference?

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Third-party insurance , also known as liability or casualty insurance, protects insured individuals or businesses in situations where they may be liable for damages to another person or business — the third party. The roofer’s general liability insurance covers claims related to injuries related to the customer’s fall.

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Carpenter’s Insurance: Who Needs It & Why

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There are many policies that apply to a carpenter, but a simple business owner’s policy can include property damage and liability coverage. If a third party gets injured on a job, liability coverage helps pay the cost of legal defense if you get sued for the accident. . Does a carpenter need insurance?

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10 Best Insurance Companies for Construction Businesses

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They offer a full range of business insurance policies, including general liability, commercial auto, workers’ compensation, and umbrella. They provide general liability, property, subcontractor, and cyber protection. Next does not offer specialty coverage, like builders’ risk or pollution liability. Find an agent.

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Buying a LEED Certified Building Is Easy But.

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In fact we know from the proprietary data of a commercial real estate information company that LEED Certified buildings are being conveyed at a faster pace than the broader commercial real estate market. Is it possible that real estate professionals are flouting care and caution and do not know the form exists?

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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

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If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. Aside from owners and GCs, a government entity may want to see proof of liability insurance. This party may want a COI to ensure they are protected from liability in the event of a product-related injury or accident.

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Insurance for HVAC Contractors: What It Covers and Why You Need It

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Liability insurance will help cover expenses for damage to someone else’s property and/or legal costs if another party decides to file a lawsuit. Unique situations could arise for HVAC contractors when installing heating units in residential or commercial buildings. Insurance Policies HVAC contractors need.