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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

Levelset

If a sub accidentally drops a steel beam on the project manager’s new sports car, that subcontractor’s liability insurance policy would likely cover the damage. General liability, builder’s risk, and subcontractor default insurance are among the most common, and wrap insurance is growing in popularity.

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Unlimited liability for designers and contractors

Construction Lawyer

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. The statute of repose (similar to a statute of limitations) expired by 1982, extinguishing any liability by Sverdrup. This effectively wiped out the existing statute of repose and revived Sverdrups liability.

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Construction Estimating

Chianelli Estimating

They do not have the burden of carrying costs like workmen’s compensation, general liability insurance, unemployment related costs, vacations or sick days, etc. Recently Contractors and Owners have found that Outsource Estimating is becoming a practical way to cut overhead.

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Direct Contractors In California Should Take Steps Now To Reduce Exposure For Unpaid Wages By Subcontractors

Construction and Infrastructure Law

AB 1701 “does not prohibit a direct contractor or subcontractor at any tier from establishing by contract or enforcing any otherwise lawful remedies against a subcontractor it hires for liability created…” Accordingly, direct contractors across California should take a closer look at the terms of their agreements with subcontractors.

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N.C. Construction Law, Policy and News blog: Worthy insights regardless of where you live

Construction Marketing Ideas

Having a track record for operating safe jobsites makes your company more attractive to the best owners, keeps your workers’ compensation mod rate in-check, and decreases the chances you’ll be spending time & money this year defending against claims. Safety first, every day. Secure your payment rights. Speaking of construction lawyers….

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A lesson for Architectural Firms: be careful how you pay employees

Construction Lawyer

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company.   The FLSA provides that employees, not otherwise exempt, are to be paid overtime compensation for hours in excess of 40 per work week. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Check with your construction attorney and your liability insurance agent to make certain you are covered. in done correctly.