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Drones are turning up with increasing frequency on construction projects, taking videos of a project's progress, mapping for software programs, surveying, and monitoring. We've reminded you to register your drones or face a hefty fine. But, did you know drones used for commercial business have additional rules? MORE
and Canada where it is legal to partake of recreational marijuana but not legal to have detectible trace amounts of drugs in their body on the job. It's a Catch-22 situation for workers and employers who are located in parts of the U.S. Bloomberg.com reports employers are worried that fewer applicants will test clean enough to hire MORE
This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that with green building practices companies can mitigate their legal risk while still being responsive to the trend of investor demands for more disclosure. and the legal adage that bad facts rise to bad law may certainly have been at play in those instances. Of course, there are steps that companies can take to reduce the potential legal exposure created by these disclosures. MORE
How much time have you spent thinking about the legal side of architecture? If you are like most architects, you probably haven’t spent enough time thinking about it. While it may not be the sexiest part of the architectural profession, it is something that every licensed architect must consider on every single project. MORE
Currently twenty states and the District of Columbia have legalized medical marijuana. Can businesses continue to drug test workers and job applicants for a drug the state says is legal? Is legalizing marijuana indirectly legalizing impairment in the workplace? Are workers “high” on the job? Two states (Colorado and Washington) have approved the recreational use of it, and Alaska, Arizona, California, and Oregon may join them this year. MORE
Integrating this information, collaborating with this informati0n, and providing the Owner with the ability to leverage accurate, transparent, timely information for ongoing decision support is practiced by an elite few… likely less than 5% of the AECOO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner ,Operations) sector. The end result it that we, and an industry sector, continue to experience rampant waste, low productivity, and an antagonistic environment littered with legal squabbles. MORE
The primary concerns around OSHA's nascent use of drones involve privacy and who has the last word on authorizing their use MORE
Integrating this information, collaborating with this informati0n, and providing the Owner with the ability to leverage accurate, transparent, timely information for ongoing decision support is practiced by an elite few… likely less than 5% of the AECOO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner ,Operations) sector. The end result it that we, and an industry sector, continue to experience rampant waste, low productivity, and an antagonistic environment littered with legal squabbles. MORE
That's often when legal disputes often arise. Any experienced contractor knows that even carefully planned projects can result in devastating losses and unanticipated budget overruns due to a number of factors. If litigation ensues, the success of your claim or position will depend largely upon key steps taken before, during and after execution of the construction project. Below are seven items that you can do to help prevent and minimize loss on a job MORE
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. You can download a copy here – Small Business Legal Guide: Top 10 Legal Requirements. MORE
Design and construction services on projects are more integrated now than ever before. As construction and design firms are using BIM software and other resources to improve construction efficiency, that integration is only going to increase. Owners, contractors and designers must understand their potential liability for design issues on a project before the project starts. This affects the management of the project, insurance, bonds and, ultimately, profit on a project MORE
Among other questions, U.S. contractors want to know when their projects are "essential" and what to do if a worker is exposed to COVID-19 MORE
joined the legal research playing field with Westlaw, LEXIS, FindLaw and all the other law-related databases. Is that the only legal research an inquiring mind should do? Find Law Findlaw Google Reader LEXIS Legal Trends Technology Westlaw change orders google legal research online researchIt has been almost three years since the giant (.Google. Google. MORE
Salmon will discuss the legal framework required to deliver an integrated project. The premise of James’ presentation is that integrated project delivery (IPD) is hampered by traditional legal agreements and participants need an integrated legal framework within which to construct the arch that supports IPD. At the Annual Meeting of the Structural Engineers Association of Texas in Austin James L. MORE
Here’s a quick overview of a recent meeting discussing the legal aspects of BIM held July 2013. Note: The above is not intended as legal advice of any type, but rather a simple report on the session. BIM COBIE 2013 framework LEGAL UK ‘Experts’ we gathered by RIBA Enterprises to discuss the topic. Key items a noted below: 1. MORE
The post Contractorconflicts.com: An excellent video blog about construction legal issues appeared first on Construction Marketing Ideas. I’m reviewing all of the entries in the 2019 Best Construction Blog competition between now and the end of voting on March 31. You can learn more about the competition and voting process at this link. MORE
Zero-tolerance rules can remain despite recreational marijuana being legal — but employers nationwide must keep an eye on the issue MORE
What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. ibush. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. MORE
OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. The post Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule appeared first on FDRsafety. MORE
The problem lies with traditional transactional legal agreements. Transactional agreements CREATE legal relationships out of whole clothe among strangers who rely on the Court System to adjust those legal relationships when disputes arise. By contrast, integrated or collaborative agreements ARISE OUT OF trusted business relationships among parties who leverage advanced alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to adjust their legal relationships when disputes arise. MORE
While there are several documents that contractors use regularly, there are also other lesser-known legal documents that owners may find useful. The following five standard legal agreements are worth considering to help clean up your contract processes Have you ever spent hours drafting a contract, only to discover that there is already a standard contract that would have worked well, or at least given you a good starting point? MORE
By Bruce Jervis Is it legally actionable when one construction company talks trash about another? Where does one draw the line between the scrappy competition of the marketplace and a violation of a competitor’s rights? This issue was recently presented to the Utah Supreme Court. Read more. Featured … Court Addresses Contractor’s Economic RetaliationDisputes Act Did Not Preclude Government Common Law Remedy MORE
to legalize the use of recreational marijuana. As more states adopt laws legalizing recreational weed, marijuana companies are looking to get licensing and mobilize in those states quickly. As more states pass legislation legalizing recreational marijuana, we anticipate much of the stigma associated with it will start to fade and, eventually, many of our retail clients will consider cannabis companies a viable, profitable opportunity to fill space. MORE
Standard construction contracts provide options to protect workers and help mitigate additional costs MORE
I've been kicking around the idea of a new legal framework within which to deploy IPD, BIM and Lean processes and the idea seems to be gaining a bit of traction. Integrated Legal Frameworks An Executive Summary for Institutional Stakeholders A New Legal Framework Innovation, modern problems and modern solutions create complexity and opportunities for innovators. New legal frameworks will empower owners to procure built industry services more efficiently. MORE
Who pays for the extra time and work involved to keep employees safe? There's no simple answer, says attorney Patrick J. Greene Jr MORE
John Schleiter will direct the management of legal affairs for the organization and provide strategic leadership MORE
This is an example of Job Order Contracting from a legal perspective and that of a school district in Texas. This is NOT intended as ANY form of legal advice or counsel, but simply to share information relative to efficient construction project delivery methods. FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CVF JOB ORDER CONTRACTS (LEGAL) DATE ISSUED: 10/9/2013 1 of 3 UPDATE 98 CVF(LEGAL)-P. MORE
I presented last year at CITA''s BIM Workshop Series. Below is a YouTube presentation that you may find of interest. Welcome to the Collaborative Revolution! James L. Salmon, Esq. Collaborative Construction 300 Pike Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Summary of Services and James L. Salmon''s CV Office 513-721-5672 Fax 513-562-4388 Cell 512-630-4446 JamesLSalmon@gmailcom Collaborative Construction Website No Silos Website MORE
Here, construction attorneys break down some of the legal ramifications contractors are facing uncertainty around issues like health threats to workers, government stoppages and supply chain delays. MORE
The article linked here, Is Axiom a Bell Weather for Disruption in the Legal Industry , and quoted below suggests sufficient innovation takes place within the legal industry to support the spread of disruptive innovations like BIM and IPD. The bottom line from Collaborative Construction''s perspective is that Axiom''s success selling innovative legal services in the corporate arena mirrors the success manifesting itself in the built industry vis-a-vi BIM and IPD. MORE
Construction Junkie’s annual Best Construction Podcast of 2020 Competition is underway and the voting booth is officially open. As part of the competition, I will be individually highlighting each of the 12 nominees throughout until the booth closes on July 1. Next up is The Lien Zone Podcast. Hosted by seasoned construction lawyer Alex Barthet, who is based in Florida, The Lien Zone Podcast is another one of our longest tenured shows to join our yearly competition. MORE
This year, the US Green Building Council hosted the 2nd Annual Legal Forum at Greenbuild 2011. Attorney Dan Sheridan provided a thorough recap of the Legal Forum on his blog, Legally Green. It may surprise you to learn that I attended many non-legal presentations at Greenbuild as well. Federal Trade Commission Green Guides Legal Developments Thomas Friedman MORE
One trade group offered this legal advice to anxious members As an emerging trade war rages between the U.S. and China, unsettling price increases for steel and aluminum have rippled across our industry. MORE
Salmon, President of Collaborative Construction, BIM & IPD Consultant for Benjamin Yocum & Heather , LLC and Adjunct Instructor on BIM Strategy for Middlesex University out of London leads the discussion at the BIM Legal Issues table during the event. MORE
When renters sign up to be Airbnb hosts, they open liability issues for building owners. Airbnb’s popularity has skyrocketed, offering appealing, affordable experiences to travelers and an easy way for renters to make quick cash. The overwhelming majority of Airbnb travelers use properties responsibly. There have been horror stories, however, with condos being held hostage by guests citing squatter’s rights, thefts, allegations of sexual assault and damaged property. MORE
Legal Related Topics Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 18, 2015
This is an example of Job Order Contracting from a legal perspective and that of a school district in Texas. This is NOT intended as ANY form of legal advice or counsel, but simply to share information relative to efficient construction project delivery methods. FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CVF JOB ORDER CONTRACTS (LEGAL) DATE ISSUED: 10/9/2013 1 of 3 UPDATE 98 CVF(LEGAL)-P.
Green Building Law Update
MARCH 8, 2020
This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that with green building practices companies can mitigate their legal risk while still being responsive to the trend of investor demands for more disclosure. and the legal adage that bad facts rise to bad law may certainly have been at play in those instances. Of course, there are steps that companies can take to reduce the potential legal exposure created by these disclosures.
Construction Dive
MARCH 26, 2020
Here, construction attorneys break down some of the legal ramifications contractors are facing uncertainty around issues like health threats to workers, government stoppages and supply chain delays.
BD+C
JUNE 24, 2019
How much time have you spent thinking about the legal side of architecture? If you are like most architects, you probably haven’t spent enough time thinking about it. While it may not be the sexiest part of the architectural profession, it is something that every licensed architect must consider on every single project.
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. You can download a copy here – Small Business Legal Guide: Top 10 Legal Requirements.
Construction Dive
MAY 29, 2020
Who pays for the extra time and work involved to keep employees safe? There's no simple answer, says attorney Patrick J. Greene Jr
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Construction Dive
JANUARY 7, 2019
The primary concerns around OSHA's nascent use of drones involve privacy and who has the last word on authorizing their use
Commercial Construction
AUGUST 7, 2019
to legalize the use of recreational marijuana. As more states adopt laws legalizing recreational weed, marijuana companies are looking to get licensing and mobilize in those states quickly. As more states pass legislation legalizing recreational marijuana, we anticipate much of the stigma associated with it will start to fade and, eventually, many of our retail clients will consider cannabis companies a viable, profitable opportunity to fill space.
Collaborative Construction
APRIL 27, 2011
The problem lies with traditional transactional legal agreements. Transactional agreements CREATE legal relationships out of whole clothe among strangers who rely on the Court System to adjust those legal relationships when disputes arise. By contrast, integrated or collaborative agreements ARISE OUT OF trusted business relationships among parties who leverage advanced alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to adjust their legal relationships when disputes arise.
Collaborative Construction
AUGUST 20, 2015
Salmon, President of Collaborative Construction, BIM & IPD Consultant for Benjamin Yocum & Heather , LLC and Adjunct Instructor on BIM Strategy for Middlesex University out of London leads the discussion at the BIM Legal Issues table during the event.
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 10, 2011
This year, the US Green Building Council hosted the 2nd Annual Legal Forum at Greenbuild 2011. Attorney Dan Sheridan provided a thorough recap of the Legal Forum on his blog, Legally Green. It may surprise you to learn that I attended many non-legal presentations at Greenbuild as well. Federal Trade Commission Green Guides Legal Developments Thomas Friedman
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Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
and Canada where it is legal to partake of recreational marijuana but not legal to have detectible trace amounts of drugs in their body on the job. It's a Catch-22 situation for workers and employers who are located in parts of the U.S. Bloomberg.com reports employers are worried that fewer applicants will test clean enough to hire
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
John Schleiter will direct the management of legal affairs for the organization and provide strategic leadership
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 26, 2018
While there are several documents that contractors use regularly, there are also other lesser-known legal documents that owners may find useful. The following five standard legal agreements are worth considering to help clean up your contract processes Have you ever spent hours drafting a contract, only to discover that there is already a standard contract that would have worked well, or at least given you a good starting point?
Pro Builder
JULY 27, 2020
What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. ibush. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 28, 2020
Standard construction contracts provide options to protect workers and help mitigate additional costs
FDR Safety
JULY 12, 2016
OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. The post Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule appeared first on FDRsafety.
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Integrating this information, collaborating with this informati0n, and providing the Owner with the ability to leverage accurate, transparent, timely information for ongoing decision support is practiced by an elite few… likely less than 5% of the AECOO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner ,Operations) sector. The end result it that we, and an industry sector, continue to experience rampant waste, low productivity, and an antagonistic environment littered with legal squabbles.
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Integrating this information, collaborating with this informati0n, and providing the Owner with the ability to leverage accurate, transparent, timely information for ongoing decision support is practiced by an elite few… likely less than 5% of the AECOO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner ,Operations) sector. The end result it that we, and an industry sector, continue to experience rampant waste, low productivity, and an antagonistic environment littered with legal squabbles.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 14, 2020
But experts contend that the terms of the Paycheck Protection Program are clear about the intended purpose of the funds
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
The post Contractorconflicts.com: An excellent video blog about construction legal issues appeared first on Construction Marketing Ideas. I’m reviewing all of the entries in the 2019 Best Construction Blog competition between now and the end of voting on March 31. You can learn more about the competition and voting process at this link.
Collaborative Construction
SEPTEMBER 22, 2009
Salmon will discuss the legal framework required to deliver an integrated project. The premise of James’ presentation is that integrated project delivery (IPD) is hampered by traditional legal agreements and participants need an integrated legal framework within which to construct the arch that supports IPD. At the Annual Meeting of the Structural Engineers Association of Texas in Austin James L.
Collaborative Construction
NOVEMBER 1, 2011
I've been kicking around the idea of a new legal framework within which to deploy IPD, BIM and Lean processes and the idea seems to be gaining a bit of traction. Integrated Legal Frameworks An Executive Summary for Institutional Stakeholders A New Legal Framework Innovation, modern problems and modern solutions create complexity and opportunities for innovators. New legal frameworks will empower owners to procure built industry services more efficiently.
Safety Services Company
MARCH 20, 2014
Currently twenty states and the District of Columbia have legalized medical marijuana. Can businesses continue to drug test workers and job applicants for a drug the state says is legal? Is legalizing marijuana indirectly legalizing impairment in the workplace? Are workers “high” on the job? Two states (Colorado and Washington) have approved the recreational use of it, and Alaska, Arizona, California, and Oregon may join them this year.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 18, 2016
That's often when legal disputes often arise. Any experienced contractor knows that even carefully planned projects can result in devastating losses and unanticipated budget overruns due to a number of factors. If litigation ensues, the success of your claim or position will depend largely upon key steps taken before, during and after execution of the construction project. Below are seven items that you can do to help prevent and minimize loss on a job
Collaborative Construction
AUGUST 7, 2013
I presented last year at CITA''s BIM Workshop Series. Below is a YouTube presentation that you may find of interest. Welcome to the Collaborative Revolution! James L. Salmon, Esq. Collaborative Construction 300 Pike Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Summary of Services and James L. Salmon''s CV Office 513-721-5672 Fax 513-562-4388 Cell 512-630-4446 JamesLSalmon@gmailcom Collaborative Construction Website No Silos Website
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 29, 2010
Construction Dive
JANUARY 8, 2018
Zero-tolerance rules can remain despite recreational marijuana being legal — but employers nationwide must keep an eye on the issue
Building Information Management
JULY 25, 2013
Here’s a quick overview of a recent meeting discussing the legal aspects of BIM held July 2013. Note: The above is not intended as legal advice of any type, but rather a simple report on the session. BIM COBIE 2013 framework LEGAL UK ‘Experts’ we gathered by RIBA Enterprises to discuss the topic. Key items a noted below: 1.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 20, 2014
Design and construction services on projects are more integrated now than ever before. As construction and design firms are using BIM software and other resources to improve construction efficiency, that integration is only going to increase. Owners, contractors and designers must understand their potential liability for design issues on a project before the project starts. This affects the management of the project, insurance, bonds and, ultimately, profit on a project
Best Practices Construction Law
JULY 2, 2012
joined the legal research playing field with Westlaw, LEXIS, FindLaw and all the other law-related databases. Is that the only legal research an inquiring mind should do? Find Law Findlaw Google Reader LEXIS Legal Trends Technology Westlaw change orders google legal research online researchIt has been almost three years since the giant (.Google. Google.
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 10, 2011
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 5, 2015
E-Verify is now mandatory in 19 states, and that number could grow as the spotlight on legal labor intensifies over the next year. Are landscape companies prepared
Construction Junkie
JUNE 16, 2020
Construction Junkie’s annual Best Construction Podcast of 2020 Competition is underway and the voting booth is officially open. As part of the competition, I will be individually highlighting each of the 12 nominees throughout until the booth closes on July 1. Next up is The Lien Zone Podcast. Hosted by seasoned construction lawyer Alex Barthet, who is based in Florida, The Lien Zone Podcast is another one of our longest tenured shows to join our yearly competition.
Collaborative Construction
NOVEMBER 11, 2013
The article linked here, Is Axiom a Bell Weather for Disruption in the Legal Industry , and quoted below suggests sufficient innovation takes place within the legal industry to support the spread of disruptive innovations like BIM and IPD. The bottom line from Collaborative Construction''s perspective is that Axiom''s success selling innovative legal services in the corporate arena mirrors the success manifesting itself in the built industry vis-a-vi BIM and IPD.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
Drones are turning up with increasing frequency on construction projects, taking videos of a project's progress, mapping for software programs, surveying, and monitoring. We've reminded you to register your drones or face a hefty fine. But, did you know drones used for commercial business have additional rules?
Contractor Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2016
Over the years our System evolved to focus on keeping all of a client’s wealth. Because our System keeps all of your wealth in your family, it automatically kills the estate tax. read more. Blackman Registered User
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
When renters sign up to be Airbnb hosts, they open liability issues for building owners. Airbnb’s popularity has skyrocketed, offering appealing, affordable experiences to travelers and an easy way for renters to make quick cash. The overwhelming majority of Airbnb travelers use properties responsibly. There have been horror stories, however, with condos being held hostage by guests citing squatter’s rights, thefts, allegations of sexual assault and damaged property.
Contractor Magazine
APRIL 13, 2018
One trade group offered this legal advice to anxious members As an emerging trade war rages between the U.S. and China, unsettling price increases for steel and aluminum have rippled across our industry.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 4, 2016
By Bruce Jervis Is it legally actionable when one construction company talks trash about another? Where does one draw the line between the scrappy competition of the marketplace and a violation of a competitor’s rights? This issue was recently presented to the Utah Supreme Court. Read more. Featured … Court Addresses Contractor’s Economic RetaliationDisputes Act Did Not Preclude Government Common Law Remedy
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