Construction Industry Trends: July 2022 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 3, 2022
From a construction slowdown to huge project announcements to construction safety and tackling racism and discrimination, here are the July headlines.
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Study finds racism, discrimination common in construction industry
BD+C
AUGUST 25, 2021
A new study commissioned by the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) found that workplace discrimination of minority groups and women was common in the construction industry.
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Incidents of Workplace Discrimination Doubled in 2020
Pro Builder
MAY 24, 2022
Incidents of Workplace Discrimination Doubled in 2020. Just two years after a nationwide push for progress and equality following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, little to no improvement seems to have been made to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment on jobsites, Construction Dive reports.
EEOC report berates construction for discrimination
Construction Dive
JUNE 2, 2023
After a yearlong investigation, the agency says construction stands out from other industries for “egregious incidents of harassment.”
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These Three Women Are Finding Solutions to Combat Discrimination Against Black Homeowners
Pro Builder
JANUARY 12, 2023
These Three Women Are Finding Solutions to Combat Discrimination Against Black Homeowners. The home appraisal industry is plagued by a lack of diversity, and that misrepresentation has led to decades of racial discrimination and a widening affordability gap which these three female appraisers are working to resolve.
Terminated worker sues Brasfield & Gorrie for discrimination
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
A suit in federal court alleges supervisors for the Birmingham, Alabama, firm harassed the employee for his Mexican heritage and wearing earrings at work.
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EEOC sues New Jersey electrical contractor for age discrimination
Construction Dive
JUNE 13, 2023
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.
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Challenges to DBE goals in federal contracts gain steam
Construction Dive
JANUARY 9, 2024
In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action last summer, a smattering of lawsuits allege reverse discrimination due to workforce participation targets.
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These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites.
These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites.
EEOC obtains $2.6M judgment against construction staffing firm
Construction Dive
MARCH 27, 2023
The agency alleged in a discrimination suit that Maryland-based Green JobWorks refused to hire women for demolition and laborer jobs.
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Departments of Justice and Labor to Target Employers that 'Discriminate' against Americans by Hiring Foreign Workers
Green Industry Professionals
AUGUST 2, 2018
The organizations agreed to work together in cracking down on companies that "discriminate" against U.S.
5 Cat Workers File Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Against Company
Construction Equipment
APRIL 28, 2015
plant have sued the company for racial discrimination. The workers, who are all black, said in their suit that they have been subject to racial discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Five Caterpillar employees at the Aurora, Ill., As a result, they have lost wages and suffered emotional harm as stated in their suit.
New EEOC Discrimination Lawsuit Targets Asphalt Paving Firm
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The lawsuit against Asphalt Paving Systems was brought on behalf of multiple former employees working at the company's Florida operations.
Texas Agency Discriminated in Awarding Flood Mitigation Project Money, HUD Says
ENR Construction
MARCH 9, 2022
Federal officials are threatening to take the Texas General Land Office to court over the way the state distributed $1 billion in storm mitigation project funds.
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Women Cite Continuing Hurdles to Boosting Trade Numbers, Reports Say
ENR Construction
MARCH 9, 2023
The North American Building Trades Union study on diversity and inclusion found work-life support lacking, while discrimination and sexual harassment remain biggest challenges in National Center for Construction Education and Research survey of 770 women.
Construction Company Contract Traps And The Advantages Of Legal Help
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Depending on the type of contracting business you run, you could face laws regarding taxation, employment, product liability, premises liability, discrimination, health and safety, and various other regulations.
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Dotted Line: How to conduct business in a world of discrimination and harassment claims
Construction Dive
AUGUST 28, 2018
Lawyers offer some practical advice for contractors to prevent and weather these claims, which they say for many companies are inevitable.
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Federal Contractor Alert - April 8, 2015 Deadline Ahead for Compliance with New Rules on Workplace Discrimination
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 12, 2015
In a recent Client Alert, construction law firm Smith Currie & Hancock LLP reminds us of President Obama''s Executive Order (EO) protecting employees of federal contractors and subcontractors with contracts in excess of $10,000 against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.
EPA Probes California Water Board on Alleged Environmental Racism
ENR Construction
AUGUST 11, 2023
EPA has accepted for investigation an administrative complaint alleging the California State Water Resources Control Board discriminated against Native American tribes and other peoples.
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Industry Surveys Highlight the State of Women in Construction
Construction Junkie
MARCH 9, 2021
Discrimination and Harassment The Levelset survey also highlighted discrimination against and harassment of women in the workplace due to their gender. Just like jobsite injuries, any discrimination or harassment greater than zero is completely unacceptable. courtesy of NAWIC/Safe Site Check In.
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Five Common I-9 Compliance Mistakes
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 28, 2014
By following Form I-9 requirements, employers ensure that employees possess proper work authorization and that hiring practices do not unlawfully discriminate based on immigration status.' All employers in the U.S. must use the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 to verify that employees hired after Nov.
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Rooney Rule Revised Provides ESG Opportunity
Green Building Law Update
APRIL 3, 2022
As companies, most that are far afield from the NFL, look to have a positive impact on the world, in increasing numbers addressing ESG governance factors, many businesses are striving to address inequality, including matters of unequal access, historical racism, gender discrimination, lack of inclusion and more.
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Electrical subcontractor on Apple Park campus sued by EEOC for racial discrimination
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
The lawsuit alleges that Air Systems Inc. tolerated racial harassment of African American workers on the tech giant's second campus project.
Boston First to Adopt Obama-Era Zoning Rules
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Boston has become the first major city in the country to incorporate Obama-era, federal anti-discrimination rules into the process of reviewing major new apartment and condo projects.
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Advice From Tradeswomen: How Construction Companies Can Recruit and Retain More Women Workers
Pro Builder
MARCH 9, 2023
According to a new survey from the nonprofit National Center for Construction Education & Research, that begins with eliminating discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace and bias in the hiring process.
Less Than Half of Black Households Were Homeowners in 2021
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
Housing discrimination has hit Black buyers the hardest during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly as a foreclosure crisis disproportionately impacted communities of color. . Ending housing discrimination and helping more Black Americans build wealth through homeownership has been one of the priorities of President Joe Biden‘s administration.
Boston First to Embrace Obama-Era Zoning Rules
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Boston has become the first major city in the country that will incorporate Obama-era, federal anti-discrimination rules into the process of reviewing major new apartment and condo projects.
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Justice Department Punishes Landscaping Company for Discrimination
Green Industry Professionals
JULY 3, 2018
Triple H misled American workers in advertisements for more than 450 landscaping jobs to discourage Americans from applying.
How to Organize Employee Files
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 18, 2015
Basic personnel files are accessible to internal personnel, such as supervisors and human resources, as well as people outside the company, such as former employees and federal and state agencies conducting audits or investigating harassment and discrimination claims.
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Homeownership Gap Between Black and White Americans Widest in 100 years
Pro Builder
JANUARY 21, 2022
Before the 1960s passage of anti-discrimination laws, Black homeowners were still doing better than they are today. Despite the passage of anti-discrimination laws in the 1960s, a smaller percentage of Black Americans own homes today than in the early 1900s. Homeownership Gap Between Black and White Americans Widest in 100 years.
President Biden Ups His Budget to Combat Housing Crisis
Pro Builder
MARCH 29, 2022
President Biden’s new budget aims to provide rental assistance to low-income tenants, increase the total number of affordable housing units, create a smoother path to homeownership, and fight housing discrimination. .
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Gender bias perception deterrent of women entering some fields
Construction Dive
JANUARY 26, 2018
A new study shows college-bound women are dissuaded from entering professions where they believe they could be discriminated against.
OSHA’s Updated Interim Enforcement Response Plan for COVID-19
FDR Safety
MARCH 16, 2021
In addition, the NEP places special emphasis on ensuring employees are protected from discrimination and retaliation.
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Eichler Homes: Trademark in Architecture, Neighborhood Integration
Pro Builder
JULY 7, 2020
Born to German Jewish immigrants, Eichler was sensitive to the common practices housing discrimination and believed if a buyer was qualified, there was no reason not to sell them a home.
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Carpenter's lawsuit alleges gender-based firing
Construction Dive
MAY 2, 2018
A New York-based construction firm faces a lawsuit claiming it discriminated against women.
Are Public Agencies Ignoring Their Own Evaluation Factors?
Construction Dive
JULY 9, 2015
During the evaluation of proposals, however, the agency focused on one of those factors as a “significant discriminator” and used it to choose one contractor over another. This was allowed because a discriminator, although not identified in the solicitation, need not be the most heavily weighted evaluation factor.
This is Why Asian American Homeownership Rates Fall Behind
Pro Builder
JULY 1, 2021
There is a fear that moving into an area without a large Asian American community could result in discrimination, especially now at the time where there is a rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans. And the homeownership gap remains despite Asian Americans earning more money than the national average. making up about 5.9%
OSHA Compliance Enforcement Under President Biden
FDR Safety
JANUARY 27, 2021
Expect an increase in discrimination enforcement and possible expansion of limits on drug testing following an accident or injury. Expect a return to press releases for all large penalties, willful violations, criminal prosecutions, and other significant agency actions. Expect an increase in inspections that result in large penalties.
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Can No Down Payment Mortgages Close the Homeownership Gap?
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
The initiative aims to close the homeownership gap and rectify decades of housing discrimination against communities of color by making sustained homeownership more attainable for those who qualify.
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Challenges Remain for Women in Construction
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 12, 2015
The major barriers women continue to face in working in construction include discrimination, isolation, harassment and overall lack of work, reports the StarTribune. The National Women’s Law Center reports that just 2.6 percent of construction workers are women.
Biden's Promised Changes to the Housing Market
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Campaign promise: Address racial discrimination in housing. “These are some of his more innovative ideas about combining housing assistance with improving communities," says Goetz. It’s a good thing, [but] I don’t know how much of that is actually going to happen.”.
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Is America ready for the iToilet?
Contractor Magazine
MAY 27, 2014
The products were for discriminating, not to mention, wealthy posteriors with prices in excess of $5,000. Multi-function, bidet-style "smart toilets" have been on the market for years with offering such as Kohler''s Numi and Toto''s Neorest. Now Japan''s Lixil Corp., the parent of American Standard, is looking to mainstream smart toilets.
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Green Industry Professionals - Untitled Article
Green Industry Professionals
AUGUST 29, 2016
Rule rewards federal contractors who adhere to DOL values of fair pay, safe workplaces, non-discrimination.
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