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Gleaning the Direction of ESG Regulation

Green Building Law Update

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. A recent survey reported more than 84% of public company boards of directors sought outside consultants in the area of ESG disclosures.

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The UK Sets the Scene for Mandatory ESG Laws in the Western World

Green Building Law Update

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a group of daring, innovative and creative attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a boutique ESG driven non-law and consulting firm “powering sustainability, today, for tomorrow’s business.” yes, this blog will continue).

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The Role of Construction Software Technology in Mitigating Risk

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Process issues refer to anything that affects execution and delivery of a project. Technical and Legal and Compliance Issues. Sadly, technical, legal issues and compliance issues are the most serious of all construction disputes as these usually require intervention from arbitrators, regulatory agencies and legal experts.

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How to Avoid Disputes in Construction

Construction Marketing

What follows next is a fierce legal battle that puts both the contractor and the investor on the losing end. The advantage of having a binding agreement is that it can be referred to during construction dispute resolution process. Here is a list of tips that can guide you towards preventing disputes in construction projects.

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The Hurdles of Assessing Credit in Construction — and How Experts Overcome Them

Levelset

Long-time credit manager and construction consultant Thea Dudley noted what she sees as some common challenges people run into when trying to ascertain a company’s credit situation. Learn more: How Trade References Improve Credit Decisions — and Why They’re Overrated. Common credit issues for those in the construction industry.

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A Day in the Life of a Green Building Attorney

Green Building Law Update

Client names and other specific references are omitted to protect the not so innocent.). Responding to consultant email and draft report of Phase II environmental site assessment. Responding to consultant with comments on selection of a DOE approved energy model for 179D tax deduction. 05:00 a.m. [Off 10:10 a.m.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

A well-versed representative is also familiar with OSHA’s own internal procedures for handling an OSHA inspection, the Field Inspection Reference Manual or FIRM at [link]. Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas.

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