Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Just like my kids expect to be paid for the lemonade they sell, contractors and subcontractors expect to be paid on a timely basis once the work has been performed. Contractors have a means of shifting the risk of non-payment by the owner to its subcontractor by including a certain payment provisions in the subcontract agreement.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 10, 2020

The opinion in Matcon Diamond is a good read for government contractors wanting to understand delay claims, critical path schedules, contractor delays versus Government delays, Eichleay formula for quantifying damages and understanding the difference between work stoppages and standby or idle periods of time. 59637 (Feb.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

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AUGUST 21, 2018

It provides a capacity for on-demand construction via an on-call contractor that can be mobilized, working in a much shorter period, and far more efficiently than traditional project delivery methods. Awarded JOC contractors also provide all requisite preconstruction services. Focus upon building Owner/Contractor capability.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 16, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In this article, we’ll explain how completed operations coverage works, and how it protects contractors and subcontractors. Completed operations insurance covers property damage or injury caused by work that a contractor performed in the past. Completed operations coverage is bundled with a contractor’s general liability policy.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 10, 2017

Long term, mutually beneficial relationships among contractors and real property owners / facilities management. Virtual elimination of legal disputes. Reduced overhead for both owner and contractor. Financial transparency. Few change orders. Risk reduction. Focus upon outcomes. Value-based procurement.

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NH Construction Law

JANUARY 30, 2022

When a contractor or subcontractor is sued for defective workmanship, one of his first thoughts is likely to be whether the damages are covered by his liability insurance. ”) Parsing of claims and theories, and furnishing a defense to only the covered ones, is not allowed. City of Keene , 898 F.2d 2d 265, 269 (1st Cir.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

Whether you are an owner, contractor, subcontractor or supplier, you will want to read the rest of this post since it illustrates precisely what all those attorneys have been telling you for years: “Please, please, please read your contract.” Like every legal question, the answer is: It depends! Tully Construction Co. ,

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 19, 2017

The estimator (owner/contractor/A&E, etc.) A collaborative and potentially iterative process then occurs between the owner and contractor(s) on a detailed line item basis. The OpenCost TM Approach provides the following features, benefits, and core defensible elements: Consistent and localized labor cost by trade.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 17, 2012

Someone recently asked me why I was baffled about the Department of Defense's decision to use both LEED and a green building code. The policy unnecessarily increases risks for government contractors. The Department of Defense has proposed a green building code in order to streamline the process of applying for LEED certification.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

The Cobb Law Group ‘s blog: Georgia Construction, Bond and Lien Law Blog , has been a finalist in previous Best Construction Blog competitions , and continues to provide a combination of solid legal advice and more general commentary, some of which is more lighthearted than the blog’s necessarily serious primary topic.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 12, 2015

Just like my kids expect to be paid for the lemonade they sell, contractors and subcontractors expect to be paid on a timely basis once the work has been performed. Contractors have a means of shifting the risk of non-payment by the owner to its subcontractor by including a certain payment provisions in the subcontract agreement.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 12, 2014

I recently learned that these principles may not apply to a public owner’s claims against design professionals and contractors. Lombardo Brothers Mason Contractors, Inc. , In response, all of the defendants raised the defense that the State’s claims were time-barred by statutes of limitations or repose. In State v.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 21, 2019

This principle finds expression in a legal doctrine called res judicata , also known as claim preclusion, which “prevents parties from relitigating matters actually litigated and matters that could have been litigated in the first action.” How many bites at the apple is a litigant given to prove his claim? Generally, only one.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

If a third party gets injured on a job, liability coverage helps pay the cost of legal defense if you get sued for the accident. . Without an adequate subcontractor insurance plan, you may not be able to land work with a general contractor (GC) or owner. What insurance does a carpentry contractor need? .

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

An indemnification clause should provide for the defense of an indemnified party in addition to the recovery of damages. This can be particularly important in the context of projects involving subcontractors and material suppliers who may not have direct agreements with an owner or general contractor. What exactly will be covered?

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 30, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 9, 2020

An indemnification clause should provide for the defense of an indemnified party in addition to the recovery of damages. This can be particularly important in the context of projects involving subcontractors and material suppliers who may not have direct agreements with an owner or general contractor. What exactly will be covered?

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

New Contractor's Levels of Stress. You Quit Your Job - And started a construction business only to discover you need a contractor’s license and bond. Contractor's Licenses - Information changes rapidly so check online for your local county or contact us and we can help 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 31, 2016

Today, one of my legal alerts pointed me to one such case dealing with delay damages and disruption damages. Triple B Services, LLP , decided on May 26, 2016, the Court of Appeals of Texas reviewed a contractor’s claim for damages on a road expansion project. This is a must read! In County of Galveston v. The Contract.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 25, 2016

Architects are designing smart structures, including components with which contractors have had minimal experience. Benefit: Documentation builds your defense, but avoiding all together avoids costly legal fees. With close monitoring of projects, potential legal issues can be avoided.

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Constructlaw

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Reynolds: The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the global economy has led to an increase in breach of contract claims, and a parallel rise in novel breach of con­tract defenses focused on excuses for non-performance. In those clauses, the overall success of COVID-19-based force majeure defenses is still unknown.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Journal of Legal. Associated General Contractors of America, “Partnering: A Concept for Success,” Washington, D.C. Supplier-contractor collaboration in the. Building partnerships: case studies of client–contractor. Partnering: Why Project Owner-Contractor Relationships. Anderson, L., & Polkinghorn, B.

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NH Construction Law

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

Legal fees incurred by A in the skirmish with B may be recovered from C as damages , i.e., as the natural and foreseeable consequence of C’s wrongful conduct. Partnership , 169 N.H. 469, 483 (2016) (quotation omitted). attorney fees. thereby suffered or incurred in the earlier action.”

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New Hampshire Injury Contract Claims 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

In Pennsylvania, contractors working on residential projects need to be aware of the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. The Act establishes a registration program for home improvement contractors, along with required contract provisions, minimum insurance coverage, and more. Project details.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 29, 2015

In that case, an electrical contractor installed certain wiring and lighting in the owner’s home during construction. In this case, Insurance Company #1 participated in the defense of the electrical subcontractor and ultimately paid to settle the dispute. In a recent case, Cincinnati Insurance Co.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 23, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 2, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Contract Illinois Legal Construction 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 14, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

JUNE 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Illinois AIA Chicago Legal 40

Construction Lawyer

JULY 24, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Construction Lawyer

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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