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Louisiana Court Enforces AIA Wavier of Subrogation to Preclude Carrier’s Recovery

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Fire broke out, resulting in a loss that was paid by the owner’s builder’s risk insurance. or other property insurance applicable to the Work, except such rights they have to proceeds of such insurance held by the Owner as fiduciary. Myers Construction Corp., 3d 500 (La.

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Contractors Get Good Insurance & Use It!

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More and more in my everyday practice I encounter issues with contractor general liability insurance (GL). Next, the most important and most often overlooked aspect is notifying the insurer when trouble starts. If you ever have a lawsuit filed against you put the insurer on notice immediately!

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How To Challenge An Unemployment Claim in Louisiana

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When an employee is terminated and claims unemployment benefits in Louisiana, the claim is associated with your business’ account and will affect your unemployment insurance rates in the future. In Louisiana, unemployment claims are administered by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Read the Avvo Legal Guide here.

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Louisiana Contractors & State Licensing – Home Improvement

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Here in Louisiana, contractor licensing law is governed by the State Licensing Board for Contractors (SLBC). The application needs to include the following information in addition to proof of workers compensation insurance: (B)(1) The applicant’s name, home address, business address, and social security number. (2) See La R.S.

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constructionattorneyblog: Louisiana does not give res judicata effect.

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His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. In Greer v.

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What the Public Bid Law Means for You

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The Louisiana Public Bid Law applies to any work, construction project or improvement to (immovable) property that is owed by the State of Louisiana or an arm of the state, such as parish or city government (“public entity”). What is Public Bid Law? How to Proceed.

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What the Public Bid Law Means for You

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The Louisiana Public Bid Law applies to any work, construction project or improvement to (immovable) property that is owed by the State of Louisiana or an arm of the state, such as parish or city government (“public entity”). What is Public Bid Law? How to Proceed.

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