Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 2, 2012

joined the legal research playing field with Westlaw, LEXIS, FindLaw and all the other law-related databases. Every opinion includes a "How cited" tab showing how the current opinion was cited by the referring opinion. Is that the only legal research an inquiring mind should do? Let's to a quick test. Absolutely not!

Legal 54

Legal Change Orders Tennessee US 54

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Importance of Prequalification and Contractor Management Prequalification refers to the process of assessing and evaluating potential contractors or subcontractors before awarding them a project. Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work.

Management 110

Management Contractors Safety OSHA 110

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Something as simple as a customer tripping over a hammer and hurting themselves could result in an accident claim – and without insurance, you could end up facing hefty fines and legal battles. Legal Documents. Business Plan.

Documentation 120

Documentation Insurance Legal Liability 120

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (. yes, this blog will continue). This post originally appeared in that blog.

Regulation 156

Regulation Risk Sustainability Claims 156

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2018

This is list is for reference only and may not be complete or current. Any information provided it NOT intended as any form of legal guidance. Regulatory – JOC. The JOC regulatory framework is evolving despite its long term use.

Guidelines 100

Guidelines Arkansas Minnesota Virginia 100

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a group of daring, innovative and creative attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a boutique ESG driven non-law and consulting firm “powering sustainability, today, for tomorrow’s business.” yes, this blog will continue).

Regulation 194

Regulation Risk Sustainability Management 194

Constructonomics

DECEMBER 28, 2014

On construction projects, contractors, owners, and subs will fire contract language back and forth like missiles in what gets to be an arms race of legalities that negatively affects projects by creating panic and anxiety. Things get much more muddled when contract language, and legalities are entered into the mix. Berkeley.

Agreement 219

Agreement Deals Contract Legal 219

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 3, 2019

Process issues refer to anything that affects execution and delivery of a project. Technical and Legal and Compliance Issues. Sadly, technical, legal issues and compliance issues are the most serious of all construction disputes as these usually require intervention from arbitrators, regulatory agencies and legal experts.

Risk 130

Risk Software Software Construction 130

NH Construction Law

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Two of the most popular legal theories beyond breach of contract claims are “unjust enrichment” and “quantum meruit.” Unjust enrichment is what lawyers refer to as an “equitable” remedy, distinguished from a “legal” remedy (such as for breach of contract). 2018 WL 3237974 (N.H.

Equity 40

Equity Legal Contract New Hampshire 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The attached files will then be added as references to the RFI on the Autodesk Build platform. Meeting Minutes | Add References on Mobile. Users will be able to add and view references to their meetings and meeting items on their iOS devices. Submittals | Closed Submittals Visibility Permissions. API | Checklist Signature API.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk BIM Construction Schedule 98

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

It is important to understand that there is no regulatory or legal definition for probability and severity terms. It is critical to remember the primary purpose of using Table 2 is to drive consistency between risk assessments.

Risk 156

Risk Feasibility Safety Injury 156

Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It requires written standards that can be referred to at any time by employees, sub-contractors, and clients alike. If it’s a new situation, it may be necessary to devise workarounds to issues as diverse as legal risks, worker training, or cash flow concerns. Construction quality management is broadly similar to project management.

Management 156

Management Construction Risk Cash Flow 156

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2017

It refers to a technology-driven analysis of data to enable actionable information in helping stakeholders and end users make smarter decisions. Be it legal, safety, costs, or delays, construction is a high-risk business. Business intelligence (BI) is more than just understanding how to run your company. Risk management.

Risk 162

Risk Schedule Profitability Viewpoint 162

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

PFAS is very persistent in the environment and in the human body, meaning these chemicals don’t break down, accumulating over time, and as such have been referred to ‘forever chemicals’ making them an emergent environmental catastrophe. The EPA reports, “there is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse health outcomes.

Site 156

Site Commercial United States Regulation 156

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. The advantage of having a binding agreement is that it can be referred to during construction dispute resolution process. Here is a list of tips that can guide you towards preventing disputes in construction projects.

Agreement 121

Agreement Construction Documentation Risk 121

FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

A well-versed representative is also familiar with OSHA’s own internal procedures for handling an OSHA inspection, the Field Inspection Reference Manual or FIRM at [link]. Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas.

OSHA 156

OSHA Inspections Conference Employment 156

Construction Dive

JANUARY 9, 2013

By Bruce JervisIn an industry which makes such extensive use of contractual documentation, some complain of obtuse or arcane legal terminology. This is clear, longstanding legal terminology. It means an event which must occur before a legal obligation arises. It may affect the enforceability of the contract clause itself.

Contract 48

Contract Subcontracting Legal Ohio 48

Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

To add, you face potential legal repercussions and a loss of productivity. Staying Alert and Avoiding the “Zone of Danger” The “zone of danger” refers to the area around the ladder’s base where a fall can cause injury: Maintain focus: Avoid distractions and stay alert while on the ladder.

Safety 90

Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 90

Constructlaw

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

New Jersey Building Laborers Statewide Benefits Funds , [1] the Third Circuit held that the courts must decide questions of arbitrability in cases where a party challenges the validity of the underlying contract that contains the arbitration agreement — even when the putative arbitration agreement refers these questions to the arbitrators.

Agreement 52

Agreement Bargains New Jersey Contract 52

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2020

But they’re not referring just to physical attributes, such as longer legs or bigger brains, but also to behavior. What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? The ability to adapt is a hallmark of being human. No In-Person Crowds? Use Tech to Produce Virtual Events . What Can Builders Market During a Pandemic? .

Innovation 104

Innovation Metro Management Legal 104

Levelset

AUGUST 15, 2022

. “Suppliers’ credit teams may not have access to credit reporting agencies and rely on trade references for information — which causes delays in getting that information. Learn more: How Trade References Improve Credit Decisions — and Why They’re Overrated. How construction credit experts assess credit. “I

Construction 52

Construction Lien Contractors Management 52

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

From snow removal to legal services and office cleaning to landscaping with literally hundreds of business sectors in between, business not traditionally thought of as being in the construction field or the environmental industrial complex, are profiting by being green and marketing their contribution to LEED credits.

Industrial 120

Industrial Drafting Green DC 120

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2016

Like every legal question, the answer is: It depends! When you are required to strictly comply with a particular provision or legal requirement, then any departure from that requirement (no matter how insubstantial) can void the claim or provide an absolute defense. Do you think the court in Schindler reached the right conclusion?

Claims 82

Claims Contract Legal New York 82

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

While the legal issue focused on the County’s right rely on the defense of sovereign immunity, the Contractor’s (and it expert’s) characterization of the damages was critical to the outcome of the case. In County of Galveston v.

Claims 118

Claims Compensation Contract Contractors 118

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

I started this blog because I wanted to help design and construction professionals navigate the legal hurdles certain to pop up from the green building movement. I often refer to him as the Godfather of green building law. I started this blog because I had an "Aha!" " moment when I studied for the LEED AP exam.

Green 120

Green Certification Negotiation Legal 120

Levelset

MAY 11, 2022

New York also has separate rules governing a “lien on funds” with public projects, which notes that of the money owed to a prime contractor by the project owner, there must be some portion still available to satisfy the claims of any subcontractor or supplier that’s acting as a claimant — an amount referred to as the “lien fund.” Matt Viator.

New York 52

New York Claims New York City Lien 52

Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

To add, you face potential legal repercussions and a loss of productivity. Staying Alert and Avoiding the “Zone of Danger” The “zone of danger” refers to the area around the ladder’s base where a fall can cause injury: Maintain focus: Avoid distractions and stay alert while on the ladder.

Safety 48

Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 48

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

The big data concept refers to the huge quantities of information that have been stored in the past and continue to be stored up-to-date. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist. The Big Data Concept. It will further help in conserving energy and in solving some climate challenges.

Construction 157

Construction Accidents Life Cycle Injury 157

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

The financial and legal headaches notwithstanding, you’ve also probably missed your opening date because those sub contractors walked off the job when they didn’t get paid. Check at least three references. So your general contractor’s financial problems are costing you time and money. A Dun & Bradstreet report is MANDATORY.

Commercial 120

Commercial Banking Lien Construction 120

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

A good CM should have both a strategical and tactical approach, understand technical complexity, have organizational data analysis skills and last but not least knowledge of security procedures and legal matters. References. Communicate clearly and effectively. Construction management is more than just a job.

Project Management 108

Project Management Management Construction Spirit 108

Work Gearz

MAY 16, 2022

Since it is a legal requirement, the employer will have to ensure that the construction workers wear bright yellow.  Are there certain legal guidelines that we have to follow while purchasing and using such hi-vis vests in the workplace? This is extremely helpful when construction works are carried out on busy roads. 

Construction 52

Construction OSHA Accidents Safety 52

Construction Marketing Ideas

JANUARY 11, 2016

None of the allegations have yet been proven in court and while the hospital says it has referred the matter to police, criminal charges haven’t been laid. As I read through the statement of claim and the media publicity, I’m reminded that many of the problems here relate to legitimate client relationship practices taken too far.

Travel 48

Travel Procurement Change Orders Contractors 48

Constructonomics

MAY 2, 2014

And don’t think you’ll get legal fees in a settlement – it just won’t happen. Sometimes there is a much simpler solution and getting bogged down with all the legal mumbo jumbo can cause you to lose site of other less expensive alternatives. File a Mechanic’s Lien (if you can). Don’t Freak Out.

Lien 186

Lien Finance Deals Legal 186

Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

In addition, you may not have the accurate contract provisions in front of you when you are sending an email from the project site, so your communication may not include the appropriate contract references that you need to support your position or claim. If a law requires a record to be in writing, an electronic record satisfies the law.

Tennessee 48

Tennessee Change Orders Contractors iPad 48

Safety Services Company

JUNE 26, 2020

The plan, which was first referred to as Executive Order 20-74, enables businesses to transition into operations by complying with mandated health department and governmental guidelines. Therefore, the above listing should be used as a reference and guide for finding workplace solutions. Workplace Safety Solutions.

Minnesota 118

Minnesota Safety Employment Guidelines 118

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 14, 2019

NOTE: The following is provided for awareness purposes only and is not, nor it it intended to be any form of legal advice or service. Deductions may also be made for payments on judgments and other financial obligations legally imposed against the employee. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR. Proper designation of trade.

Construction 100

Construction Employment Contract Regulation 100

CK Power

APRIL 17, 2018

Within the confines of this particular guide, when we refer to an EPS, we are talking about a standby generator. Your emergency power supply system (EPSS) refers to your functioning backup power system in its entirety. Type refers to the time (in seconds) your system has to be up, running and carrying your Levels 1 and 2 loads.

Safety 40

Safety Equipment Electrical Design 40