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What About Changes? A Lesson the Side of the Interstate on Christmas Morning

Best Practices Construction Law

Yesterday was the first morning in 18 years that I woke up without my kids in their beds anxious to get up to open their stockings and presents. During hard economic times, I have a lot more construction litigation and mechanic’s liens. But let me first tell you a story. Here is how I handled it: Why is change so difficult?

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40 Best Construction Podcasts in 2022

Levelset

In each episode, he presents practical tips for leadership, planning, and business development. Construction safety podcasts. The Safety Guru. Eric Michrowski is a world-renowned safety guru, and his podcast focuses on what he knows best: putting wellbeing and safety first. CPWR Construction Safety and Health.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills and given the impact of the coronavirus pandemic any legislation that requires new State spending will no doubt receive heightened scrutiny. Surprising few of those bills that passed involved environmental matters.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. HB 177 modifies dam safety laws related to the Maryland Department of the Environment’s authority to respond to an emergency situation related to a “water infrastructure asset,” defined as a reservoir, dam, or any other waterway construction.

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The 40 Best Construction Podcasts

Lets Build

The Lien Zone. A team of construction lawyers provides knowledge about different legal issues in the construction industry such as construction and engineering contracts, mechanics’ liens, insurance. The podcast covers different topics based on heavy equipment such as renting, equipment safety , finding the right renting companies etc.

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Contracts: What to Look Out for

Help Everybody Everyday

Principals of both Subcontractors and Suppliers should review this checklist when reviewing contracts presented to them by “upstream” companies on the project. For example a Subcontractor should look out for these red flags when reviewing a contract presented by the owner of the project or its representative. Deal Breakers.

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Joint Check Agreements On Construction Projects: What Suppliers Need To Know

Construction Law Monitor

Safety Is Not Guaranteed With Joint Check Agreements. It’s a great presentation that gives a high level overview of common joint check agreement mistakes. It’s a great presentation that gives a high level overview of common joint check agreement mistakes. Should You Sign That Lien Waiver? Related articles.