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How to File a Lawsuit After an Injury At a Construction Site?

Construction Marketing

But first, it is important to understand that every case is unique, and you should always consult with a qualified construction accident injury attorney to get specific advice about your situation. Help with negotiations This can be difficult, as insurance companies are often reluctant to pay large settlements.

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Why Some Job Order Contracts Fail

Job Order Contracting

JOC project managers also must make certain that all participants are clear on what roles each person has to play, and how each person’s contributions to the project will evaluated and/or compensated. Focus must be upon negotiation and mutually satisfactory resolutions. Over, communication and collaboration are is central to success.

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December 2014 newsletter

FDR Safety

Department of Labor to see if you can arrive at a negotiated settlement. (Do If no negotiated settlement can be reached, the next step is a proceeding with a hearing officer, which usually takes place within 9 to 12 months. Technical and consulting support. Workers Compensation support. Do you need an OSHA lawyer?

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5 Must-Have Clauses in Your Next Construction Contract

Construction Law Monitor

An indemnification clause obligates one party to compensate the other party for certain losses or damages resulting from third-party claims. This compensation is unrelated to other contractual obligations and damages. To avoid disagreements in the future, expectations should be set out from the very beginning. Indemnification.

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5 Must-Have Clauses in Your Next Construction Contract

Construction Law Monitor

An indemnification clause obligates one party to compensate the other party for certain losses or damages resulting from third-party claims. This compensation is unrelated to other contractual obligations and damages. To avoid disagreements in the future, expectations should be set out from the very beginning. Indemnification.

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PBS&J in turmoil?

PSMJ Resources

In addition, Zumwalt will get $946,824, the value of the accumulated benefits payable to him under the company's key employee capital accumulation plan and $16,003as compensation for accrued but unused paid time off, the filing said. He will be reimbursed $20,000 for legal fees incurred with negotiation and review of the agreement.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. You need to manage cash flow to have money for their wages, benefits you offer and any applicable state and federal withholding taxes related to their wages, such as Social Security, income tax withholding, workers Compensation and unemployment insurance.