Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Delay claims on a construction can be confusing, especially when you think about the delay to the work being performed and the disruption to other activities. The County argued that Section 262.007 of the Local Government Code waives a county’s sovereign immunity for construction contracts involving claims for delay damages.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 16, 2009

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 Specifier

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The K-12 School Shooting Database 1 project is researched and maintained as part of the Advanced Thinking in Homeland Security (HSx) program at the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS).

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NH Construction Law

DECEMBER 19, 2020

It is often said that a payment bond surety may assert all of the contractual defenses to payment enjoyed by its principal. What about payment bonds on private construction projects? Pace Construction Corp. , I promised elaboration on this question in an earlier blog (# 8). Dole Co. , Wellington Power Corp. CNA Surety Corp. ,

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 19, 2022

In construction, performance measurement is directly related to success. In this post, we’ll explore the ways to measure construction performance and how you can optimize the process in your projects. In this post, we’ll explore the ways to measure construction performance and how you can optimize the process in your projects.

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The Korte Company

JULY 2, 2018

And while we don’t pretend to be experts in public policy, gun control or mental health, we do know how to design and construct buildings that are safer for those who occupy them. Our success as a security-focused school construction company is underscored by our experience delivering 500 projects for our country’s Department of Defense.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 14, 2012

One of the largest groups for construction lawyers is the American Bar Association's Forum on the Construction Industry. The document is a compilation of cases and legislation affecting the construction industry. The document is a compilation of cases and legislation affecting the construction industry. 2011 Ariz.App.

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BD+C

JUNE 12, 2023

Using such glazing can complement a hardened building envelope by providing another layer of defense. According to the PASS K-12 guidelines, door vision panels and sidelites can help a school’s interior fulfill the highest security tiers when they include security-rated components.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

One of the more important aspects of good safety at a construction site is visibility, so more and more construction employers are requiring reflective details on protective gear. One important piece of gear often referred to as a reflective vest is the safety vest. Best Overall Safety Vest for Construction. The Reviews.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Impregnation refers to a technique for treating absorbent materials with chemicals. References. They should be included in the specification’s references section: • UL 723 (ASTM E84); • ASTM D3201; • ASTM D2898; and. Table 1: Code References for Selected FRTW Applications. Exterior Bearing Walls in Type III Construction.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

is an alternative compliance option of the International Green Construction Code. Fenestration orientation requirements were updated based on new research, as well as changes and updates made to equipment efficiency tables, ENERGYSTAR references and continuous air-barrier requirements. ANSI/ASHRAE/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2014,

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

STOP using ACFs – The inherent flaws of Area Cost Factors There are multiple false assumptions associated with Military Construction Budgeting and Area Cost Factors. They are used in the development of military construction program projects and/or alternative basing studies.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2017

What is JOC might be answered differently by a real property owner, facilities management professional, or construction contractor. It did so in response to a growing need for increasing and unsupportable demands for construction throughout Europe. The History of What is JOC Today. What is JOC – A Definition.

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Work Gearz

MAY 22, 2021

Our top overall choice is Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs because we appreciated the NRR of 37 dB. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs Earmuffs 37 dB Many color options, Padded, foldable Plastic, metal, foam. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs. Comparison of Top Chainsaw Hearing Protectors.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2022

Should Areas Cost Factors be used for Construction Cost Estimating? As a result, more than 40 years after the introduction of area cost factors (ACFs), the federal government is no closer to its goals of having construction cost estimates match actual construction costs, or properly adjusting for regional (location based) variances.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 29, 2022

They told me we were going to identify some problem areas and that we’d get defensive about them and try to hide them from the judges,” he says. Construction quality control needed to be upgraded and the builder would need to use preventative rather than reactive approaches for fixing mistakes. Photo: courtesy French Brothers. .

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

Tully Construction Co. , The general contractor entered into an agreement with the City of New York Department of Sanitation to construct a garage. Read this post on providing notice and ten other tasks when pursuing a construction claim. In Schindler v.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 30, 2021

In the 1960’s the living roofs at The Sea Ranch were collectively referred to as “sod roofs,” originally planted with native grasses. The technology has evolved allowing for the building of living roofs that are leak proof and using lighter weight growing media, which cuts down on the construction costs used for older, heavier roof gardens.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 5, 2021

Our top choice is Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs because of their NRR of 37dB, and the comfort they offer for long hot days spent in the company of sun and sound. Decibel Defense 37dB Adjustable Padded cell design Foldable, compact, many colors options. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs.

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Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JUNE 24, 2022

s position ignored the clause preceding the reference to the appeal. However, the Court disagreed with T.H.R. that the release pertained only to claims under TO 22 and 25. Rather, the Court held that T.H.R.’s That clause stated that the parties released “any and all claims … whatsoever.”

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JUNE 11, 2018

A recent California case may force engineering, procurement and construction companies doing business with foreign suppliers to reconsider—and maybe rewrite—their contracts. Construction litigators beware! In Rockefeller Technology Investments (Asia) VII v. Changzhou SinoType Technology Co., Changzhou SinoType Technology Co.,

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Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The Need for Credible Construction Cost Estimates. Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Basic Characteristics of Credible Cost Estimates.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 21, 2022

  Due to the material used in their construction, rain boots are completely waterproof. Construction material. Whereas, most snow boots are constructed of heavy-duty nylon or leather, both of which are resistant to wind, abrasion, and punctures. A boot’s ability to absorb shock is referred to as cushioning.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Due to its high performance, carbon fiber is used in a variety of fields in the making of several equipments such as: construction, medical, electronics, defense, aerospace, industrial machinery, robotics, welding fixtures, components of bicycles, high end motor sport applications, CMM fixtures, etc. Kevlar versus carbon fiber.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 2, 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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Julian Construction

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Julian Construction Blog. Partner, Julian Construction. Julian Construction Says Homeowners Need to Prepare for "The Big One" » 10/22/2010. . Julian Construction Says Homeowners Need to Prepare for "The Big One" » 10/22/2010. Shawn Kyles. Contact Info. Our Services. Foundation Repair.

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The Korte Company

MARCH 11, 2019

One of the key benefits of choosing Design-Build for your healthcare construction project is improved information sharing among teams. Somewhat related to evidence-based design is cleanability, arguably the most important defense against spreading diseases in spaces inherently full of them. Cleanability. Design unity.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 27, 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 Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

The new legislative session has begun in Washington, and a number of bills affecting the construction industry have been introduced. Athletic Field construction lien case. House Bill 1532 (Creating a good faith defense for certain minimum wage and overtime compensation complaints). Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Sen.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

Rigger boots have reportedly received criticism for their lack of ankle support and have even been outlawed on some construction sites. In accordance with their risk assessments and health and safety requirements, they are frequently prohibited on particular construction sites or by particular construction companies.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 23, 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 Lawyer

JUNE 27, 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 Lawyer

FEBRUARY 24, 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 Lawyer

MARCH 27, 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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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 18, 2017

Traditional Construction Cost Estimating. Traditional Construction Cost Estimating can benefit from LEAN business practices, a focus upon education and training, and collaborative technology. Tasks are generally organized in a consistent manner by trade, associated with a construction [1] project.

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Construction Lawyer

FEBRUARY 26, 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 Lawyer

JULY 20, 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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