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COVID-19 Liability for Building Owners

Green Building Law Update

Over time coronavirus pandemic exposure claims may result in a new emergent subset of premises liability case law and in a number of jurisdictions new statutes are already limiting liability, but in most instances it is presumed the longstanding body of premises liability law will control.

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COVID 19 Commercial Building Liability

Green Building Law Update

Over time coronavirus pandemic exposure claims may result in a new emergent subset of premises liability law, but in most instances it is presumed that body of existing law will control. All of this begs the question if a business owner’s premises liability insurance covers such claims?

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YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR WORKPLACE SAFETY

Safety Services Company

As an employer, your greatest responsibility is that of your workers’ well-being. Such a workplace is achieved through ongoing process and safety training, comprehensive workplace safety programs, effective hazard control installations and initiatives, and the overall fostering of a positive safety culture.

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While While it’s not possible to prevent every accident, the need to promote safety in the workplace is obvious.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

The new federal Tax Bill has many provisions that impact employers with respect to their employees. The Tax Bill has many provisions that impact employers with respect to their employees. Drizner and Michael Lobie. Editor’s note : This blog was originally published as a Client Alert by Seyfarth Shaw LLP.

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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. Workers compensation insurance. Business auto insurance.