Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

With respect to the likelihood of legal liability associated with the application of insecticides or failure to apply, it is the failure to act properly that may have the greater likelihood for landlord liability.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 7, 2016

Given the large number of inquiries we have responded to about Zika, including about liability for building owners, this is a repost of an updated version of my February blog post on the subject. But where a building has an insect management plan, the negligent implementation of a plan may arguably give rise to liability.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

EPA’s direct final rule allowing the use of the new ASTM E1527-13 “Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process” to satisfy the requirements for conducting “all appropriate inquiries” to qualify for liability protections. The EPA rule is at [link].

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Can a licensed contractor shield himself from personal liability for negligent construction by doing business as a limited liability company (LLC)? Or, does the license impose an obligation on the individual that cannot be avoided by a legal structure such as an LLC? The personal liability of the individual member was trickier.

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South Carolina Contractors Liability Legal 55

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Liability insurance will help cover expenses for damage to someone else’s property and/or legal costs if another party decides to file a lawsuit. Unique situations could arise for HVAC contractors when installing heating units in residential or commercial buildings. Insurance Policies HVAC contractors need.

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Insurance Contractors Liability Accidents 52

Chianelli Estimating

AUGUST 6, 2020

The above outline mainly illustrates the effects it may have on Commercial Estimating departments for Commercial and Non Residential Contractors. Residential Contractors are also affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Conducting business in the residential market is quite different than working in the Commercial sectors.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2018

This is because they are more complex than residential roofs. Such roofing contractors are nothing but a looming liability. You can avoid such legal suites by hiring a contractor that’s covered by insurance so that you are not held liable for their injuries by the law. You should instead find a commercial roofing contractor.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

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. Another way may be the well-known legal maxim of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid.) Reynolds v. Ryland Group, Inc.,

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South Carolina Insurance Contract Legal 62

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 30, 2019

And there does not appear to be a valid legal theory even articulated to pierce the corporate veil and find liability in individual LLC members. However, the very low burden of proof in state consumer protection laws across the country (i.e., The case is Jeremy Simons et ux, et al v.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 1, 2021

For some architects, being on the jobsite is a vital part of their work process, while for others, they see job site visits as a series of obligations fraught with increased liability. . Once the projects became more residential in nature, his jobsite time began to increase. The legal side of jobsite visits - jump to 37:05.

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Levelset

JULY 21, 2022

Well, every state sets its own rules for contractor licensing, and contractors often must purchase a surety bond in order to legally practice their trade. If working on pools and spas, a residential pool and spa license bond must be filed in addition to the contractor license bond. What does that mean?

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Contractors Claims Oregon Residential 52

Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

In Pennsylvania, contractors working on residential projects need to be aware of the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. However, when it comes to residential projects, many states like Pennsylvania provide additional requirements and protections for homeowners. Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.

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Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

Levelset

JUNE 13, 2022

In the State of New York, contractors working on certain residential projects need to have a good understanding of the NY Home Improvement Contracts Act. Here’s what NY residential contractors must include (and what can’t be included) in a New York home improvement contract. On-demand legal help you can afford.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

From residential building to corporate construction, new technologies and standards are evolving every day. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. « The Business of Construction Risk Management. Wally Evans Blog. Recent Posts.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 9, 2016

The following applicants are eligible for grants/loans: A Small Business – a for-profit corporation, limited liability company, partnership, proprietorship or other legal business entity located within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and having 100 or fewer full-time employees worldwide at the time of submission of the application. .

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Construction Law Monitor

APRIL 29, 2014

On a typical construction project, whether public or private, commercial or residential, there are typical players. A corporation or limited liability company is not an individual. This post will outline the possibilities of what happens after the lawsuit is received. Why Did I Receive A Lawsuit?

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Contractors Louisiana Contract Negotiation 68

Levelset

JULY 19, 2022

It’s an excellent time to consider starting a painting company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for painters. Establishing a business legally is a straightforward process, and creating a plan for growth is exciting. Get clear on your customers.

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Cash Flow Accounting Profitability Residential 52

Levelset

JULY 22, 2022

It’s an excellent time to consider starting a roofing company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for the roofing industry, which is expected to grow revenues by around 1% annually for the next five years. . Get clear on your customers.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2016

The projects were of a variety of building types (although no single family residential) including public schools, private office buildings, multi family residential, etc., More than 60% of that subset was in jurisdictions with a mandatory green building law creating liability for the architect among others.

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Drafting Green Contract Documentation 120

Levelset

JULY 18, 2022

It’s an excellent time to consider starting a plumbing company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for plumbing companies, which are expected to grow revenues by more than 1% annually for the next five years. Get clear on your customers.

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Cash Flow Accounting Profitability Legal 52

Levelset

JULY 15, 2022

It’s an excellent time to consider starting an electrical company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for the electrical industry, which is expected to grow revenues by more than 1.5% annually for the next five years. . annually for the next five years. .

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2015

Unfortunately, most of the 23 residential units sold for less than half of the original asking price, so the project has not been a great financial success. Most people are not aware the project was ultimately LEED certified (based on a submittal by the architect), and the Maryland Energy Administration issued a $625,872.00

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2015

Unfortunately, most of the 23 residential units sold for less than half of the original asking price, so the project has not been a great financial success. Most people are not aware the project was ultimately LEED certified (based on a submittal by the architect), and the Maryland Energy Administration issued a $625,872.00

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Green Maryland Lien Certification 120

Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 11, 2015

Special Enumerated Fees You or your contractor can want correct insurance policy to shield the building throughout construction, and to shield against damage to others (liability). The legal fees square measure straightforward to run up if you need easements or variances. Lenders need this; however you must undoubtedly have it anyway.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

If a business entity invests in a qualifying project that meets certain requirements and is approved by the Alabama Department of Revenue, and maintains minimum annual requirements, the company may receive an annual credit against its income tax liability generated from the qualifying project.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

It is a credit of five percent of the capital costs of a qualifying project, to be applied to the Alabama income tax liability or financial institution excise tax generated by the project income, each year for 20 years. The credit is 20 percent of the actual costs limited to the employer’s income tax liability.

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Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75