The Constructor

AUGUST 25, 2012

The contract documents A contract is an agreement between two parties which they intend to be legally binding with respect to the obligations of each.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2014

A contract or tender document in construction industry is an agreement between two parties which they intend to be legally binding with respect to. Construction Construction Contracts Construction Management Bill of Quantities Contract Documents Contracts Tender Tender documents'

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 18, 2021

The contractor claimed that the City breached its contract by supplying incomplete and inaccurate contract documents, which allegedly caused delays and a two-year extension to the project completion. ” My littlest chuckled. The contractor’s $15.7 million delay claim included approximately $2.3 The contractor’s $15.7

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

A Scott Schedule is a type of document that was originally developed by George Alexander Scott, who was an Official Referee of the office of Official Referees which eventually became the Technology and Construction Court. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

This article outlines three important documents that you’ll need in order to start and run a profitable business. Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Legal Documents. Business Plan. A business plan is vital for a number of reasons. Final Thoughts.

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Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2017

Believe it or not, there are always a wealth of emails and other documents produced in litigation that help “make the case” for the other side. ” Best Practices advises that you should have a written document management policy in place. However, the human element is still involved.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Construction disputes often involve voluminous amounts of discovery, including documents in the hand of third parties. And if the case is subject to arbitration, it is likely that there will be a dispute about whether the arbitrator has the authority to compel production of third-party documents or witnesses for deposition.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 21, 2016

Whether just starting out or operating for years, there are many legal obligations and issues that confront a small business owner. The Small Business Legal guide from Legal Services Link provides information on the top ten areas business owners need to address to ensure their businesses are legally protected.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 27, 2024

Once the project is complete, you will have an accurate, objective progress record to eliminate doubt and minimize the risk of legal disputes, improving the likelihood of repeat business.

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Profitability Legal Mobility Office 156

Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 1, 2012

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. Are electronic documents subject to the same discovery rules as paper documents?

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. Are electronic documents subject to the same discovery rules as paper documents?

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Documentation Risk Management Legal 48

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

GAO, 2009 The associated processes for developing a credible construction cost estimate are equally well documented. “Despite the fact that these basic characteristics have been published and known for decades, we find that many agencies still lack the ability to develop cost estimates that can satisfy them”. –

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Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

Surety bonds are financial guarantees that are issued to ensure the individual or company who obtains the bond will perform work in a legally compliant manner and will avoid fraud and misconduct. Surety – The bonding company that guarantees the principal’s ethical operations and legal compliance by issuing the bond.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. These requirements encompass comprehensive training, evaluation, and documentation of skills and knowledge. Proper certification and training are crucial for preventing these accidents.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

It was revamped to address the legal implications associated with joint venture business relationships. The new agreement allows a contractor and subcontractor to agree to a predefined set of terms and conditions that apply to multiple scopes of work. The Joint Venture Agreement for Professional Services also got a significant update.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 1, 2022

According to ASC 842-10-55-12, these leases “should be classified in accordance with the lease classification criteria applicable to all other leases on the basis of the legally enforceable terms and conditions of the lease.” As a result, it is imperative to consider all factors that may result in legally enforceable rights and obligations.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. Unlicensed contractors do not have the necessary documentation to prove their skills. Businesses strive to find safe, compliant, and high-performing contractors for a number of reasons: 1.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 13, 2017

First and foremost, the attorney-client privilege protects communications made in confidence by a client to its attorney in the attorney’s professional capacity for the purpose of obtaining legal advice. Some suggest that the role of legal counsel appears to morph into that of an environmental advisor.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2014

That is perhaps the question William Shakespeare would ask if he were working in today’s construction industry and trying to decide whether it is a good idea to routinely make hard copies of his organization’s electronic documents to prevent some potential legal headaches.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

Responding to all document and other information requests by the OSHA inspector. Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights.

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Carol Hagen

OCTOBER 14, 2009

ConsensusDocs has addressed BIM extensively in their contract documents and large scale complex projects certainly are reaping the rewards of BIM everyday. The future issues also center around legality. What are the Best Practices for utilizing BIM to support legal arguments? . It has permeated the construction industry.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Efficient document management Regardless of the size of the project, the phase involves sharing different documents between teams. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. This can boost productivity and secure your data.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Efficient document management Regardless of the size of the project, the phase involves sharing different documents between teams. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. This can boost productivity and secure your data.

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Software Software Construction Budgeting 78

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Make sure contract documents such as specifications, drawings, progress reports, and requests for information (RFIs) receive proper authorization. Having a robust document tracking system. It will be equally important in 2022, to keep a track of all documents in place and check whether documents are updated and consistently tracked.

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Project Management Management Documentation Plans 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 1, 2017

This particular document was circulated by the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance, NCPA. Carefully review all of the Job Order Contract and all associated documents. It is important to review all Job Order Contract provisions to assure avoidance of any unnecessary financial risk or potential legal issues. [1].

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Constructlaw

AUGUST 8, 2023

Bates and Torres-Fowler: The rapid expansion of AI technology may be among the most consequential developments facing not only the international arbitrational community, but the legal industry as whole. The same risks would be true in international arbitration matters.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2019

What follows next is a fierce legal battle that puts both the contractor and the investor on the losing end. Before the agreement is signed by all the parties, you should ensure that the document has been reviewed by a lawyer. In addition to that, you should get all the necessary documents from government agencies.

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Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Should I seek legal action or advise the owner that its action is unethical? Dear Undecided, Only you and your counsel can determine whether to take legal action. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Undecided.

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Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Should I seek legal action or advise the owner that its action is unethical? Dear Undecided, Only you and your counsel can determine whether to take legal action. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Undecided.

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Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Should I seek legal action or advise the owner that its action is unethical? Dear Undecided, Only you and your counsel can determine whether to take legal action. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Undecided.

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Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Fortunately, you can overcome these hurdles by using ACC Connect to sync drawings, field reports, and documents in the cloud. And since the information stays in sync, teams know that they can get the documents and information they need in the application they use most. . 2: Project Management. 3: Contract Management.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 8, 2019

The architect or engineer of record shall indicate in the construction documents, the selected high-performance rating system used for design and construction with which, the project is compliant. In fact, we gave our first legal opinion on a LEED certified public building in Maryland in 2002.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 25, 2016

Document Only What Matters. Although we want to document everything, it’s not feasible. Data documented should accomplish two things: Manage projects. Work-sites too busy to document consistently. Ensure the team understands the importance of accurate documentation. Document every issue that can lead to litigation.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. What can we do?

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. What can we do?

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Regulation OSHA Feasibility Accidents 156

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction documents help keep your projects organized and guide the construction process from start to finish. Having access to these construction documents puts information into the hands of the right people at the right time, so decisions can be made quickly and action can be taken to finish projects on time and within scope. .

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Documentation Construction Schedule Permits 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This is a chance for everyone to get to know key stakeholders, breaking down siloes between procurement and legal, scheduling and management, and so forth. Preconstruction meeting checklist It’s essential to prepare a document checklist for the preconstruction meeting. If any concerns come up, this a chance to address them.

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