Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

Any party who could face potential liability should be included as an indemnified party. This often includes entities and persons related to the contracting parties, not just the parties themselves. In many instances, a clause can be drafted to protect against claims asserted as well as an ultimate finding of liability.

Liability 52

Liability Agreement Drafting Insurance 52

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 18, 2017

Those responses are not inconsistent with and, in fact, should be considered concomitantly with the conclusion, having worked on LEED projects since 2001, that the second best way to mitigate risk and avoid liability in sustainable building is a green building consultant working for the owner.

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Consulting Green Certification Sustainability 218

Construction Law Monitor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

If you’re about to sign a construction contract, you need to be aware of some important clauses that may and/or should be incorporate into your contract. Certain clauses are critical for any contract to effectively protect your rights and minimize your liabilities. We understand that contracting is never easy.

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Construction Law Monitor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

If you’re about to sign a construction contract, you need to be aware of some important clauses that may and/or should be incorporate into your contract. Certain clauses are critical for any contract to effectively protect your rights and minimize your liabilities. We understand that contracting is never easy.

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Contract Construction Compensation Negotiation 40

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 8, 2015

But we do know the facts as recited by the trial judge in a May 4, 2015 opinion ruling on motions, More than 15 years ago, CBF contracted with SmithGroup, Inc. CBF also contracted with Clark Construction Group, LLC as general contractor to oversee the construction, which spanned from 1999 into 2000.

Liability 120

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 8, 2015

But we do know the facts as recited by the trial judge in a May 4, 2015 opinion ruling on motions, More than 15 years ago, CBF contracted with SmithGroup, Inc. CBF also contracted with Clark Construction Group, LLC as general contractor to oversee the construction, which spanned from 1999 into 2000.

Liability 120

Liability Maryland Green Agreement 120

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 3, 2017

And the power utilities protect themselves from liability related to data. Many of those local laws are poorly drafted and do not insulate the reporting parties from liability for errors, harmless or otherwise. Contract documents involving real estate must now prescribe who owns the building data.

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Green Risk Claims Drafting 120

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 26, 2010

Many experts believe that the AIA standard form contracts are drafted to protect the Architect. AIA documents are formed on the premise that an owner will seek out a qualified architect to begin a project, thus placing more liability and responsibility on that architect. ConsensusDOCS came about from a different premise.

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AIA Contract Documentation Drafting 61

Construction and Infrastructure Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

AB 1701 “does not prohibit a direct contractor or subcontractor at any tier from establishing by contract or enforcing any otherwise lawful remedies against a subcontractor it hires for liability created…” Accordingly, direct contractors across California should take a closer look at the terms of their agreements with subcontractors.

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California Contractors Liability Employment 49

NH Construction Law

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

If the owner owns the float, time extension (or owner liability) is only for the length of delay in excess of the float days. If the contractor owns the float, time extension (or owner liability) is for the entire length of the delay. How often these scenarios actually arise is debatable. Concurrent delays are common.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 26, 2019

In this civil engineering article, you will get the details about the role of a contractor and the liabilities of him. The contractor verifies that the project abides by all the specifications as provided in the contract documents. Draft an efficient safety policy. Anticipate any probable changes.

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Contractors Legal Safety Liability 40

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Professional liability insurance provides contractors coverage from financial losses that happen as a result of their errors, mistakes, or negligence. In that case, professional liability insurance would generally provide the plumber with reimbursement for legal fees, settlements, and judgments.

Liability 52

Liability Insurance Injury Contract 52

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 26, 2019

During strong economic times, I have a lot more contract drafting and project administration work. Here is how I handled it: Why is change so difficult? As a construction attorney for over twenty years, I have realized that the industry is always in a state of flux. Change of any sort comes in stages.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 12, 2016

Avoid owners who insist on oppressive contract terms, have a history of problem jobs, and/or just don’t seem to know what they’re doing. Sometimes the best contracts are the ones you don’t sign. One bad project can spoil the gains from ten successful ones. Do your homework on the owners who want you to build their projects.

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North Carolina News Lien Construction 48

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 30, 2013

All home improvement contracts over five thousand dollars and up to seventy-five thousand dollars need to be in writing. The contractor who is applying for the Home Improvement license needs to provide general liability insurance and show that the contractor or the registering entity is registered with the Louisiana Department of Revenue.

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Louisiana Contractors Lien Liability 51

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 14, 2020

creating a re-occupancy assessment and requirements for an operations plan and the drafting of a management and operations plan. It is a social science study that requires keeping a daily journal of plan implementation including answering questions like, “Are you in control of your life?”.

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Green Risk Plans Safety 156

Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2020

Third-party contractors: Research + design + renderings + plan stamp/liability. There’s no time to reach out to the architect to manually draft job-specific plans from a master database or to convert files to be shared with a rendering company to generate marketing documents.

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Documentation Software Software Profitability 59

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Beane didn’t achieve success by drafting players based on his emotional judgments or media-based hype. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. In fact, I often wonder how smaller construction businesses with tighter margins can compete with the gigantic firms who have unlimited resources. August 2012. April 2012.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 1, 2021

For some architects, being on the jobsite is a vital part of their work process, while for others, they see job site visits as a series of obligations fraught with increased liability. . The architect has a responsibility to satisfy him or herself that the work is being performed in accordance with the contract documents.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 2, 2015

During strong economic times, I have a lot more contract drafting and project administration work. Why is change so difficult? As a construction attorney for almost twenty years, I have realized that the industry is always in a state of flux. During hard economic times, I have a lot more construction litigation and mechanic’s liens.

Accidents 48

Accidents Deals Lien Drafting 48

Building Information Management

AUGUST 6, 2013

Through downstream agreements, the major team players can also agree to waive certain liabilities against each other. The fee structure and certain waivers of liability (shared risk) between the owner and the other key project team members. IPD – Integrated Project Delivery and JOC – Job Order Contracting.

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Design Documentation Contract Estimating 69

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2011

Many of the contractors immediately shot down the concept with the age old line of questioning that pertains to the architects’ inability to draft an affordably reproduced plan and a perceived desire to be the next Frank Lloyd Wright on a modest budget. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. August 2012. April 2012.

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Contractors Design Software Software 120

Construction Lawyer

JANUARY 29, 2014

Wight moved for summary judgment based on the fact that the contract contained a provision that started the statute of limitations running at substantial completion. contracts litigation' The School District then filed suit against Wight alleging professional negligence, breach of implied warranty and fraudulent misrepresentation.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss. Errors and omissions insurance, also called professional liability insurance, is one tool that contractors can use to transfer risk away from themselves.

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Insurance Liability Claims Construction 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

In fact, you typically won’t be able to release final retainage without it—effectively putting as much as 10% of your contract at stake. Risk assessment is the fifth step and requires you to identify potential risks or liabilities that could arise in the future. Tools like Construction IQ can help. Common Project Closeout Problems.

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Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2011

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. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Field changes and conditions were scribbled on note pads. Committing Intentional Project Communications. August 2012. April 2012.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 15, 2007

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. For a number of months, draft versions have been distributed to various groups for comment.

AIA 40

AIA Plans Illinois Drafting 40

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

This allows their clients to gain visibility into how suppliers implement documented policies and procedures, and in turn, can provide your business with professional feedback on how to improve their business practices, and land more – or maintain existing - contracts. Supplier Insurance Verification. What is InsureGUARD?

FAQ 48

FAQ Safety Accounting Consulting 48

Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 11, 2015

Special Enumerated Fees You or your contractor can want correct insurance policy to shield the building throughout construction, and to shield against damage to others (liability). Check that your contract covers of these prices. Tree Conservation Permit 17. Lenders need this; however you must undoubtedly have it anyway.

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Estimating Bidding Budgeting Budget 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

If a business entity invests in a qualifying project that meets certain requirements and is approved by the Alabama Department of Revenue, and maintains minimum annual requirements, the company may receive an annual credit against its income tax liability generated from the qualifying project.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Perhaps the real lesson is to always read every word of every contract. Copyright Notice.

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Illinois Chicago 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

These decisions are facilitating contract opportunities, attracting new industries and companies to the greater Sacramento area, and encouraging the expansion of existing companies. After several months of work, the Draft EIR for the Super Wal-Mart project is now complete and is currently being circulated for review.

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California Sacramento Zoning Los Angeles 47

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

And you have to do all that within a contracted amount of time with razor-thin profit margins. . Some of the top problems GCs face are three documentation processes that, while important for communication and liability, take time away from actually building. . Creating the submittal log . Watch the recorded webinar here.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Documentation Construction 52

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. Copyright Notice. Disclaimer. Absolutely!

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Agreement Illinois 40

Constructlaw

MAY 3, 2023

Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. For this reason, owners and contractors should ensure there is consistency among the dispute resolution provisions of the various contracts.

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Construction Claims Contractors US 52

Construction Lawyer

JUNE 13, 2005

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors. Copyright Notice. Disclaimer. Categories.

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