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Construction Law
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Construction insurance will experience increasing impacts from the accelerating spread of Artificial Intelligence technology across the industry, warns law firm RPC in its Annual Insurance Review. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
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Insurers call for pilot investment projects to support green investments
Construction Law
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
UK insurers want to start pilot investment projects with local and national government to develop funding models that might include new public-private partnerships to help deliver a potential £100 billion of investment unlocked by post-Brexit regulatory reforms into green infrastructure projects. See the panel to the right.
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Insurance problems threaten the UK’s future
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2021
Insurance has never felt cheap to companies in the construction sector, although many or most of them never took the sort of risk management measures highlighted in our regular insurance articles, so to a large extent often had only themselves to blame if they were paying higher premiums than they need have. Premiums soared.
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Construction Law: April 2024
Construction Law
APRIL 2, 2024
News Our news round up looks at Birmingham City Council on the verge of starting the judicial review application to try and reverse a government refusal to approve a major highways contract; a warning to avoid ‘group think’ in major public sector project delivery; and a new framework to promote the use of artificial intelligence in project delivery.
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Construction Law: Jan/Feb 2024
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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Construction Law: December 2023
Construction Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Editor’s comment Evolution can disrupt more than revolution The new Procurement Act comes into force next year. Editor Nick Barrett says much detail on how the new regime will work is still awaited, and should be carefully scrutinised when published. There are pitfalls for the unwary, he warns – and for the insurers as well.
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Construction Law: March 2024
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.
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Travelers Insurance Wants to Pay You to Use Procore
Construction Junkie
JULY 27, 2020
For years, I’ve been saying that using a cloud-based project management software should be a no-brainer for any construction company. Well, now at least one insurance company believes that, as well. will begin offering their customers a 20% discount of their first year of Procore , the popular construction management software.
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The moment of truth – making a claim
Construction Law
DECEMBER 3, 2023
Our insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates looks at the process of making a claim under an insurance policy, which generate a lot of court attention. There are pitfalls for the unwary, he warns - and for the insurers as well. Subscribers to the printed magazine get access to the entire Construction law website.
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Construction Law: October 2023
Construction Law
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Lessons must obviously be learned for future procurements; but none of them are new. Legislation state of play table Our regular update of the progress of legislation and government procurement related developments compiled by Construction Law staff.
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State of the Construction Industry: September Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
Fall has arrived, and with it another monthly construction news roundup. 19 Mayors Pledge to Make All New Buildings Net-Zero by 2030. Some cities in the United States have already experimented with net-zero construction, and if this pledge is any indication, we’ll likely see more cities doing so in the future.
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Construction Site Theft Is on the Rise Across the U.S.
Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2022
Construction Site Theft Is on the Rise Across the U.S. As prices for building materials continue to rise, so too does the incentive for thieves overtaking construction sites. The scarcity of in-demand building materials like copper, aluminum, and lumber has led to significant price gains, and thieves are taking note, says Deseret News.
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Autodesk Doubles Down in Helping the Construction Industry Reduce Risk
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
But in construction, with razor-thin margins, the stakes are significantly higher and there is little room for the unexpected. Contractors are focused on executing efficiently and safety, while winning new business and staying profitable. . As with every industry, everything ultimately boils down to the bottom line.
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Construction Insurance Rates Predicted To Increase
Construction Law Monitor
SEPTEMBER 17, 2012
According to a recent Press Release from Marsh , a leader in insurance broking and risk management, construction firms across the U.S. will be facing new challenges in the upcoming year. Insurance rates have been declining for close to a decade, but rates are forecasted to increase between 8 and 10 percent.
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Why Commercial Facility Maintenance Is Your Best Insurance Policy
HardHatChat
MARCH 13, 2013
Being a national commercial construction general contractor can be an immensely rewarding profession. There is always a sense of pride and accomplishment after completing a retail construction, restaurant construction and commercial construction project for a client. Scheduled commercial property maintenance.
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Bring Health and Wellness to Your Construction Business
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 7, 2017
But running a construction company isn’t just about getting bids, staying under budget, and bringing in revenue. Health and wellness in the construction industry isn’t something that’s regularly discussed and when it is, usually focuses on safety and prevention. Health insurance benefits. Tobacco cessation encouragement.
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Over 275 Partners Now Integrate with Autodesk Construction Applications
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
21 New Integrations for Autodesk Construction Cloud Construction companies produce an immense amount of data every day; but are firms actually leveraging this goldmine of insights? New research from Deloitte Access Economics , commissioned by Autodesk, suggests there’s work to be done here.
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Louisiana Contractors – Workers Compensation Insurance
Construction Law Monitor
DECEMBER 27, 2012
Back in 2009 this blog reported on the very topic of Workers Compensation insurance, stating that 1 and 5 businesses are breaking workers compensation laws. In my everyday practice, I feel like the trend is still prevalent in the construction industry.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 5, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.
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Willmott Dixon vows to recover building safety millions
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 21, 2023
And the contractor vowed to go after “designers, fire engineers, supply chain and insurers” to reclaim a “substantial portion” of the £62m it has set aside for building safety and cladding retrofits. The cost of complying with the Building Safety Act has blown a hole in the latest accounts from Willmott Dixon.
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Troutman Pepper’s National Construction Practice Named Among Law360’s Practice Groups of the Year for Second Consecutive Year
Constructlaw
JANUARY 23, 2023
Practice Recognized for Major Deals, Litigation Wins in 2022 NEW YORK – For the second consecutive year, Troutman Pepper’s Construction Practice Group has been recognized nationally among Law360’s Practice Groups of the Year. News: Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms,” and local publications across the country.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 31, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. 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. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.
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A look into legal issues and beyond: N.C. Construction Law, Policy & News
Construction Marketing Ideas
MARCH 3, 2015
You’ll find many insights and ideas in Matt Bouchard’s blog at nc-construction-law.com. Construction Law, Policy & News , transcends state-specific North Carolina issues, providing useful and relevant information beyond the state borders. (The Bouchard is a lawyer at Raleigh-based Lewis & Roberts PLLC.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 9, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. David is a construction safety expert for Carolina Safety Consultants with over 20 years of experience. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |.
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Tropical Storm Lee – Prepare for Insurance Claims
Construction Law Monitor
SEPTEMBER 4, 2011
Contractors who have equipment, property and unfinished work need to report any flood, wind or wind driven rain damage to your general liability insurer in a timely fashion so that you may collect reimbursement for damages sustained from this storm. The policy is the set of rules by which you and the insurer operate when making claims.
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62 California Contractors Need Workers Compensation Insurance, or else…
Construction Law Monitor
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
One of my favorite places to find good content and expert opinion regarding construction and legal issues is JDSupra.com. In one of JD’s tweets last week I discovered a very informative article by Matthew Hicks regarding Workers’ Compensation Insurance law and jurisprudence in California. For further reading see Wesley E.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 27, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. 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. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 18, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. If the answer is no, then now may be the time to start looking into new tools and software programs that can make your job—and your life—easier.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 6, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 20, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. 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? STRATEGY |.
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Construction Business Owner
MAY 31, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Combing the news » The Inmates Are Running the Asylum: Part 2. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.
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Construction Business Owner
APRIL 1, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. With a slow and steady recovery predicted for the construction industry, many construction business owners are anticipating growth this year.
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Construction Business Owner
JUNE 29, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Committing Intentional Project Communications » Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags: construction safety.
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Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 10, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « 3 New Year’s Resolutions for Construction Operations. Happy New Year!
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Construction Business Owner
MAY 29, 2012
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Connecting within the Construction Company » Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload.
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 30, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Considering New Accounting Software? Construction-specific systems allow contractors to instantly track and analyze job progress and performance.
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Construction Business Owner
JUNE 17, 2015
on a night several years ago when a client called with horrific news. Finally, his insurance broker would mobilize its claims, safety and risk management personnel to assist after these men prematurely lost their lives. It was 1 a.m. The contractor said, "There's been an accident; two of our workers are dead."
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Construction Business Owner
JUNE 20, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Combing the news. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? STRATEGY |.
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Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 22, 2011
INSURANCE |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Industry News. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud Now Supports Over 235 Integrations
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 5, 2022
“The heart of every construction project is collaboration,” said Jim Lynch, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Autodesk Construction Solutions in last week’s Construction Session at Autodesk University. . We’re excited to share some of the latest integrations and updates for Autodesk Construction Cloud. .
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98 David v. Goliath – The Difficult Task of Fighting Your Insurance Company
Construction Law Monitor
JULY 10, 2012
I was recently speaking with a client about the posture of a pending case and the client was surprised to know that nearly all of the insurance companies that were originally brought into the suit had whittled their way out due to policy limitations, lack of coverage and policy exclusions. This is simply not the case.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 15, 2012
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