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Does Your Construction Business Need Employment Practices Liability Insurance?

Construction Business Owner

In addition to lawsuits filed by private citizens, claims filed by federal, state and city regulators are causing more businesses to purchase Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI). The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received 84,254 discriminatory employment practices complaints last year.

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GHG, SHG, SEC Regulations – Facilities Regs and Reporting Changes Coming Soon

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New GSG, SHG, SEC Facilities Regulations and Reporting Requirements on the near-term horizon. The proposed rules contain a “safe harbor” for liability for Scope 3 emissions disclosure. “LEED certification” is not sufficient to meet GHG requirements or other regulations (current and pending).

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What’s really at risk? Davis-Bacon Act changes could expose contractors to new liability

Construction Dive

Understanding the updated DBRA regulations is more important than ever. Are you paying prevailing wages correctly?

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Construction Company Contract Traps And The Advantages Of Legal Help

Contractor Bookkeeping

Mistakes can be expensive in the construction business, and as an entrepreneur, although you'll know many of the regulations that apply to your business, there are so many that you can't possibly remember all of them. That's why you need legal help.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. It also helps minimize accidents and uphold professionalism within the construction industry.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Construction activity is incredibly intensive work — creating the built environment is inherently disruptive to the natural environment. 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.

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Construction Law: April 2024

Construction Law

Legislation state of play table Our regular update on the progress of regulations and legislation affecting construction and procurement compiled by Alignment Media. CL guides Limitation on liability Our latest Construction Law Guides series article from Claire Turnbull of DLA Piper looks at limitations on liability.