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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

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A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. Certifications exhibit adherence to industry standards and regulations, such as those set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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Construction Excluded From New OSHA Standard

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NAHB, through its partnership with the Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC), spent months educating OSHA officials about the nature of residential construction work in the context of potential disease transmission. OSHA also released new guidance for all industries to help keep workers safe from the coronavirus. Financing.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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In this respect, general liability insurance or workers’ compensation could help cover those costs if an incident should occur. . Each field of subcontracting work has its own area of focus in insurance matters. Liability for damage. Premium rates for plumbers are often based on claims data and history for the overall industry.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

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A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.” Karalynn also brought up the tendency of the industry to pass liability down the chain when drawing up contracts. Make sense of your contracts.

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#95:  Are Miller Act Claims Arbitrable?

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Industrial Lumber Co. , An arbitration agreement is the quintessential “waiver of the right to bring a civil action,” and when contained in a signed subcontract it will necessarily be executed before labor or materials are furnished. ” 40 U.S.C. § § 3133 (b)(3)(B). United States ex rel. 873 F.Supp.2d

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#114:  No Damages for Delay -- Maybe, Maybe Not

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Still, contracts excusing a party from liability for the harm he causes have never been favorites of the courts, which often show a willingness to entertain exceptions to the enforceability of such clauses. Southern Underground Industries, Inc. , Sarasota County v. 3d 285, 288 (Fla. Brown Company, Inc. Simmons Co., ”).

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Home Builders and Developers Beware: SC Supreme Court Beats Up Hybrid Arbitration Clauses Mercilessly

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But as in so many things, the implementation has been extremely costly for the residential construction industry as a savvy plaintiff’s bar has taken advantage of grey areas that are inevitably created in our judicial system. He is also a South Carolina certified mediator. Ned can be reached at nnicholson@burr.com or (803) 799-9800.