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Opinion—Construction Industry Can Be a Post-Election Force for Stability
The construction industry can lead our country back to prosperity. By the time this article goes to print we will have elected a new President....
OSHA’s New Interpretation of its Anti-Retaliation Provisions
A memorandum from OSHA clarifies the difference between “rewards” and “retaliation.” OSHA is integrally involved in the regulation of efforts by...
NLRB Proposes Allowing Partial Strikes
This proposal would overturn established NLRB precedent. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) establishes and enforces protocols that...
New Rules for Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
EPA’s new MS4 rules will affect construction sites throughout the country. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), pursuant to the Clean Water...
Contractor Liable if Owner Defaults on Payment to Architect
An Ohio Federal Court holds contractor and subcontractor liable for unauthorized use of architect’s plans. Normally, except in design-build...
AGC of America to Offer Executive Session on Lean Construction at Construction SuperConference
Kevin Gaffney, group show director, “This is a great opportunity for executive and leaders in the legal and construction fields to investigate the...
Opinion – A Positive Perspective
Underlying the negative news is a foundation of positive attributes that make our country special. When writing opinion pieces, there is a tendency...
The Foothills Parkway “Missing Link” is Close to Completion
This project will complete another stretch of the Parkway through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Appalachian Mountains are considered...
Nevada Approves Funding for a New NFL Stadium
Funding for a new multi-purpose stadium in Las Vegas has been approved by the state legislature and the governor. National Football League (NFL)...