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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. NPDES permits are issued by states that have obtained EPA approval to issue permits or by EPA Regions in states without such approval.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

Modification of limitation on excessive employee remuneration: Under current law, an employer generally may deduct reasonable compensation for personal services as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Code Section 162(m) limits the deductibility of compensation expenses in the case of publicly traded corporate employers.

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Brrrrrr, It’s Cold! How to Best Prepare a Delay Claim for Unusually Severe Weather

Best Practices Construction Law

In anticipation of what could be an influx of wintry weather, the Tennessee Department of Transportation has made arrangements to ensure the state’s roadways stay clear. What may be characterized as “unusually severe weather” on a Memphis transportation project may be different than a site in another part of the country.

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

Construction Marketing

You’ll also require the following: Vehicle that can handle transport of materials. Insurance, liability, and workers’ compensation . 12) Licenses and permits. Protect your business by securing permits and licenses. Start with General Liability Insurance and the Workers’ Compensation Insurance. .

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

Construction Law Monitor

House Bill 1532 (Creating a good faith defense for certain minimum wage and overtime compensation complaints). House Bill 1806 (Concerning construction and industrial storm water general permits). This act sets out specific criteria for monitoring compliance under industrial storm water general permits. Introduced by Rep.

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PRIORITIZING SAFETY AT YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

Safety Services Company

Medical insurance and workers’ compensation premiums can also take a heavy hit. Be sure that employees have adequate transportation home. No one should be permitted to leave intoxicated with the intention of operating a motor vehicle. And of course, be sure to provide non-alcoholic beverages.

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Job Order Contract Execution Guide – Sample Template

Job Order Contracting

project task/line item, a full description in plain English, a unit of measure and a corresponding unit price, including labor, material, and equipment details, and an associated approved contractor coefficient are to be the basis for Contractor compensation. The line item categories are: Taxes. Field Office Expense. Field Office Personnel.

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