Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

If you learn that you need to purchase a surety bond to work as a contractor or to enter into a contract to perform work on a project, here is some information you should know about surety bonds and how they work for contractors. The second category of bonds you will likely encounter as a contractor is contract bonds. Bond Types.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up features cost plus contracts being blamed for HS2 cost overruns; details of a new Transformation Delivery Partner contract from National Highways; and a Civil Nuclear Roadmap that backs a revived nuclear building programme.

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NH Construction Law

JANUARY 30, 2022

When a contractor or subcontractor is sued for defective workmanship, one of his first thoughts is likely to be whether the damages are covered by his liability insurance. Many professional liability policies have them. Few commercial general liability policies do.)

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In short, an additional insured is typically another business entity or person who can be added to your business policy, securing the same liability protection that you do. In this article, we’ll explain additional insured endorsements, and how they work in construction. all of which operate differently.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“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.”. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Enabling Job Order Contracting Through Training and LEAN Methods. While Job Order Contracting has been used for decades and can drive significantly improved construction delivery productivity and higher quality, it must be deployed by skilled Owners and Contractors to achieved maximum benefit.

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Construction Law

JUNE 5, 2023

The legally binding Developer Remediation Contract (DRC) has been offered to developers to sign by the government, committing them to reimburse money spent from public funds to make some of their buildings safe. Issues that will arise will concern limitation, liability caps, insurance and insolvent parties.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In a perfect world, a contract should include a clear set of instructions that conveys well-defined expectations to all parties concerned. This episode of Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast addresses the most common challenges with contracts and how simple adjustments can ensure you fully understand what you’re signing.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Technology has undeniably improved operational efficiency across the construction industry. However, as construction companies rely on more and more advanced technology solutions that serve various teams and workflows, keeping them coordinated and in-sync can prove difficult.

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Lets Build

MAY 7, 2020

Change orders are common to construction projects. Free guide: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%. What is a change order in construction? Read also: Excel spreadsheets in construction: It’s time to let them go. What causes a change order. There are many factors that can trigger a change order.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. Advertisement. Photo: Visoot / adobestock.com. .

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Constructlaw

JUNE 11, 2020

Gables Construction, Inc. May 26, 2020) Jane Fox Lehman Upper Rock II, LLC (“Upper Rock”) contracted Gables Construction, Inc. (“GCI”) Red Coats, Inc., 23, 2020 BL 193791, 2020 MD LEXIS 264 (Md.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

Best Practice Job Order Contracting. The DOD has long been recognized as the leader in best practice job order contracting. Thus while County, State, and Local Governments in general have a ways to go in deploying Best Practice Job Order Contracting, the potential benefit are certainly worth the effort. Note that for.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

LEED gave us the technologies and methodologies revolutionizing the way we construct and occupy buildings. Additionally, the contract will include representations and warranties describing that the building is LEED Certified under a particular rating system (e.g.,

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

As you dig deeper into your construction insurance policy, you may come across the terms first-party insurance and third-party insurance. Mastering the difference between these two concepts is crucial to understanding how different types of construction insurance protect you. Fortunately, the difference is very straightforward.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Setting up a Job Order Contract Using Best Management Practices involves a mix of strategic and operational steps including a gap analysis of current and planned outcomes. . From a JOC Program perspective, an annual total JOC construction value of approximately $2M is required before considering JOC due to associated administrative costs.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 26, 2019

In this civil engineering article, you will get the details about the role of a contractor and the liabilities of him. Normally, a contractor has to plan, implement, supervise, examine and direct a building construction project from beginning to completion devoid of the scope of the project. Arrange necessary construction equipments.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Construction contracts often require that each hired specialty contractor maintain a minimum level of insurance coverage, and a COI will reflect that status. In this article, we’ll explain what contractors need to know about COIs, when they are needed, and how they work in construction. Why a certificate of insurance matters.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It is sold as an extension to your general liability insurance policy and may be required by the state you work in or the project owner. Learn more: The most common types of insurance policies in construction. It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

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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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2011

It has been a busy year for him with the introduction of the International Green Construction Code (IGCC). I will also be participating in an upcoming green building legal webinar with the ABA Fidelity and Surety Law Committee. Over the past year, I've been lucky enough to get to know Jeremy Sigmon at the US Green Building Council.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Committing Intentional Project Communications » Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

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Constructlaw

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Myers Construction Corp., The contractor and subcontractors moved for summary judgment, asserting that the carriers’ claims were barred by the mutual waiver of subrogation contained in the prime contract. 2004), and because the subcontractor and sub-subcontractor were not parties to the prime contract and were therefore not in privity.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Accidents happen, especially in construction. 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 insurance. This policy may also cover legal fees involved in certain types of lawsuits.

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Levelset

AUGUST 26, 2022

When working in construction, your insurance policy gets issued as a fairly standard contract. At the core, you have property coverage for your tools and equipment, along with a liability component that protects your financial assets in case there’s a work-related accident or injury that you may have some responsibility for. .

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. As a construction business owner, you want customers (both current and potential) to see your business in a specific way. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Connecting in Construction. Customer Collaboration & Construction Software » Staying Focused in the Fight Against Profit Fade. Know the Contract and Budget.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Connecting within the Construction Company » Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner Attends APWA 2011 Congress » Section 179, and what YOU need to know about it. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. There are plenty of construction-specific accounting packages that work the way construction does and can efficiently prepare W2s and 1099s and year-end financial reports. INSURANCE |.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. New Year’s Resolutions for Construction Management » Merry Christmas! Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. construction.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Not All Construction Software is Created Equal » Being the Best. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. construction.

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cnstrctr

JULY 1, 2019

When someone thinks of the excitement of constructing a new building, financial reporting immediately comes to mind. Nevertheless it an important part of any construction project. How Often Should Construction Financial Reporting Be Issued? This will typically cover your from both a liability and due diligence standpoint.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. construction.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software » Committing Intentional Project Communications. INSURANCE |.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Today’s guest post is by one of my favorite construction lawyers and friends, Burr partner Ned Nicholson in our Columbia, SC office. Ned regularly represents clients in construction defect and compensation claims, manufacturer/dealer disputes, and insurance coverage lawsuits. He is also a South Carolina certified mediator. Reynolds v.

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