NH Construction Law

OCTOBER 22, 2023

If the construction project is not yet complete, this puts the recipient of the notice in a quandary: paying the lender instead of the general contractor or subcontractor will likely induce a cessation of the work. Suffolk Construction Co. , Suffolk Construction Co. , Not unless he is prepared to pay twice! 543, 553, 984 N.E.2d

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

As you may be aware, one of the greatest risks on a construction project involves the payment process. Turner Construction Company , the U.S. The work involved the construction of the Granby Tower Project in Norfolk, Virginia. The owner ultimately lost its construction financing on the project and abandoned the development.

Contract 77

Contract Subcontracting Drafting Virginia 77

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Responding to client email about impact of construction project change order on contemplated LEED certification, so that payment can be released today. Responding to consultant email and draft report of Phase II environmental site assessment. Drafting form contract for LEED consultant to use in responding to RFPs. 04:40 p.m.

Green 149

Green Drafting Contract Sustainability 149

Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 26, 2019

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. Focus on all legal and regulatory issues and requirements. Draft an efficient safety policy. Making funds to accomplish construction tasks.

Contractors 40

Contractors Legal Safety Liability 40

Green Building Law Update

MAY 7, 2017

The new Sustainable Projects Exhibit is a potential game changer that could revitalize the now sluggish if not moribund domestic green building industrial complex, that suffers from the lack of regular involvement of the legal profession, and as I recently wrote the resultant, Less than 20% of Green Building Contracts Properly Drafted.

Documentation 168

Documentation AIA Sustainability Contract 168

Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. But because of the inherent dangers on construction jobsites, contractors are under close scrutiny for compliance. OSHA standards for construction. Peter Lindborg. View profile.

OSHA 52

OSHA Inspections Construction Safety 52

Construction Dive

AUGUST 11, 2016

Believe it or not, a construction contract with scores of provisions that runs dozens of pages does not actually define the entire legal relationship between the parties, regardless of how thorough the contract may seem or how much time and expense they invested in its drafting. By Stephen Hess, Esq.

Contract 48

Contract Drafting Negotiation Agreement 48

Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 10, 2017

In construction contracts, parties attempt to use plain and ordinary words to describe their respective obligations. According to some courts, however, this traditional line of reasoning is no longer the trend in the context of arbitration provision in construction contracts. You don’t always say what you mean.

Contract 79

Contract Agreement Virginia Construction 79

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Definition of Construction. Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. Manufacturing refers to production of comparable items with no particular purchaser, while construction occurs on a location for a known client. What is Building Construction? Pre-construction Steps. Excavation.

Plans 52

Plans Construction BIM Permits 52

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Slavery in the construction industry is not new, but this is not about the slaves who built the Egyptian pyramids in the Middle Kingdom period of 2600 BC. found construction as one of the top 25 industries where slavery takes place today. The largest study of the typology of modern slavery in the U.S.

Equity 257

Equity Sustainability Defense Green 257

Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 31, 2015

” In the world of commercial real estate and construction contracts, Siviglia hit the nail on the head. Using some of Siviglia’s tips in Courses on Drafting Contracts , 12 Scribes J. I’ve tried both and prefer a third: Contracts, which do not entertain, do not convey information or ideas, and do not try to persuade.

Contract 48

Contract Drafting Claims Agreement 48

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

From snow removal to legal services and office cleaning to landscaping with literally hundreds of business sectors in between, business not traditionally thought of as being in the construction field or the environmental industrial complex, are profiting by being green and marketing their contribution to LEED credits.

Industrial 120

Industrial Drafting Green DC 120

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The list covers all or portions of industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail and department stores, hospitals, nursing homes, and even amusement parks and arcades. While one might think that the list of supposed “high hazard industries” is short, it is actually extensive.

OSHA 185

OSHA Employment Injury Drafting 185

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. In fact, I often wonder how smaller construction businesses with tighter margins can compete with the gigantic firms who have unlimited resources. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 12, 2015

As you may be aware, one of the greatest risks on a construction project involves the payment process. Turner Construction Company (pdf) , the U.S. The work involved the construction of the Granby Tower Project in Norfolk, Virginia. In Universal Concrete Products Corp. However, in Thomas J.

Subcontracting 48

Subcontracting Legal Drafting Virginia 48

Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 9, 2012

All to often in my job I am faced with clients who end up in a dispute on a construction project. The contract is the cornerstone of any construction project and eventual dispute. Construction contract defined : Construction Contract: A legal document which specifies the details of a construction project.

Contract 69

Contract Construction Agreement Legal 69

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

There have been only a very modest number of cases commenced in courts across the country involving construction of green buildings. Appreciate that this limited number of disputes pursuing courtroom redress exists against a backdrop of a rising number of actual claims in green building construction projects.

Green 120

Green Contract Documentation Claims 120

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2013

In a 9 page legal opinion made public last Wednesday, Justice Secretary Leila De Lima determined the Department has the authority to expand the scope of the existing Building Code to include “eco-friendly” green building regulation “to respond to the needs of changing times.

Green 120

Green Regulation Legal Drafting 120

Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

A well drafted indemnity clause will ensure that all parties are liable for the result of their own work and negligence and that of any party that they have hired to work on a project. In many instances, a clause can be drafted to protect against claims asserted as well as an ultimate finding of liability. What exactly will be covered?

Liability 90

Liability Agreement Drafting Insurance 90

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2022

Significantly, what is not in the bill was a requirement that all newly constructed buildings be electric only, which was amended out, but will no doubt be back after 15 month study and drafting of an all-electric building code. Of course, the bill does not provide a mechanism to pay for the vast majority of this.

Maryland 156

Maryland Electrical Transportation Estimating 156

The Korte Company

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Ralph has found his footing in the construction world by keeping a keen eye on the future. With the rise of our internal Design-Build division in 1977, we also pioneered Tilt-Up construction and won key projects for the USPS and distribution centers across America. Fast forward to 1976. The secret? Just another day at the office.

Innovation 52

Innovation Software Software US 52

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

Much more than only anticipating weather extremes, in the draft document expected to be approved in the coming days, RELi 2.0 is made clear by the draft’s own words, “[t]he RELi 2.0 Use Legally Logged Wood from Ecologically Managed Forests , recognizes “FSC Certified Wood” only, (. The Green Business Certification Inc.’s

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Guidelines Certification Green Drafting 180

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. In that relatively short time frame I am able to draft an email from 30,000 feet and send it into the ether to any number of project team members. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software US 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

We discuss: The current state of construction contracts. Construction technology and the future of contracting and payments. Understand the state of contracts and payment terms in construction. The current state of contracts and payment terms in construction leaves a lot to be desired, says Karalynn.

Contract 52

Contract Contractors Negotiation Subcontracting 52

Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

A well drafted indemnity clause will ensure that all parties are liable for the result of their own work and negligence and that of any party that they have hired to work on a project. In many instances, a clause can be drafted to protect against claims asserted as well as an ultimate finding of liability. What exactly will be covered?

Liability 52

Liability Agreement Drafting Insurance 52

Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 21, 2016

Christopher Hill’s Construction Law Musings provides worthy insights both for potential clients in Virginia, and elsewhere. Christopher Hill’s Construction Law Musings continues to be one of the longest-running and most successful construction-industry related blogs. my construction clients. Christopher Hill.

Virginia 48

Virginia Construction Drafting Legal 48

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

AUGUST 17, 2021

Holding true to its word, the Biden administration recently issued a proposed rule that would make additional changes to an already complicated legal framework. President Biden’s draft rule calls for a temporary waiver of the increased requirements when compliant materials are either unavailable or unacceptably expensive. Takeaway #1.

DC 52

DC Materials Contractors Drafting 52

FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights. Unlike non-supervisory employees, the statements and admissions of a supervisor may legally bind the company.

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OSHA Inspections Conference Employment 156

Constructlaw

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Spirtas countered that the TPA was not a valid and legally binding arbitration agreement because SGLC never countersigned it. For example, the parties “met and engaged in many Pre-Bid actions,” including drafting asbestos removal and demolition plans, attending site visits, and preparing the bid.

Agreement 52

Agreement Illinois Contract Bidding 52

Constructlaw

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Spirtas countered that the TPA was not a valid and legally binding arbitration agreement because SGLC never countersigned it. For example, the parties “met and engaged in many Pre-Bid actions,” including drafting asbestos removal and demolition plans, attending site visits, and preparing the bid.

Agreement 52

Agreement Illinois Contract Bidding 52

Construction Law Monitor

MARCH 28, 2011

From time to time, I have someone guest post here on the Construction Law Monitor, giving our readers a fresh perspective on construction law topics. She is a writer for CB Structures , a family owned construction and engineering company that specializes in garage builders and pole building design. Get professional help.

Contract 50

Contract Legal Construction Documentation 50

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 12, 2018

A LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap (LeanFMR) is document that outlines the plan to achieve short and long-term goals for facilities leveraging total cost-of-ownership life-cycle asset management and LEAN construction delivery methods. Who is involved in drafting the LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap and Execution? Senior management.

Management 100

Management Organization Environment Plans 100

Green Building Law Update

MAY 3, 2015

Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system” [The text above is the language proposed to be substituted in Baltimore City’s existing green building law which requires all new construction and renovations be green, including allowing structures that are LEED Silver certified.].

Documentation 120

Documentation Certification Green District of Columbia 120

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 6, 2013

Earlier in the year, I made an April Fool''s Day joke on Twitter about the Supreme Court granting an appeal in a construction dispute. Apparently, the joke was on me.because the Supreme Court did take an appeal in a construction dispute! On December 3, 2012, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in In re Atl. Marine Const.

Virginia 48

Virginia Texas Construction Subcontracting 48

Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 8, 2013

Last week, I saw a Tweet about the United States Supreme Court granting certiorari in a construction dispute. and I thought it had to be an April Fools'' Day joke because they never take construction cases on appeal. The dispute relates to a subcontract agreement on a construction project located on Fort Hood in Texas.

Virginia 48

Virginia Texas Construction Subcontracting 48

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 26, 2010

While attending the Associated Owners & Developers 14th Annual Construction Industry Conference, entitled How Owners and Contractors Can Control Project Risk, here in New Orleans today, I sat in on a informative session regarding ConsensusDOCS. Many experts believe that the AIA standard form contracts are drafted to protect the Architect.

AIA 61

AIA Contract Documentation Drafting 61

Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

They may not have the funds available to pay the contractor out of pocket, so they’re counting on that insurance check to cover the construction costs. Klark Brown , Co-founder of The Alliance of Independent Restorers, concedes this might be one of the very situations in which an AOB construction agreement might help a contractor. “An

Insurance 52

Insurance Contractors Lien Claims 52