WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative Judy Chu (D-Calif) is proposing a bill to mandate water, shade, and rest periods during hot weather. Dubbed the Asuncion Valdivia Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act, the bill is aimed at “workers who lab

PALOS VERDES, CA – With more than 30 educational sessions on tap, plus compelling keynote content, Construction Super Conference (CSC) is once again poised to showcase expert advice for mid- to senior-level professionals who work in any of the lega

The Third Circuit rules that the NJDEP cannot refuse a petition challenging a Federally permitted project. The federal government allows states to regulate many federally mandated programs. This is especially true for environmental statutes. A recent

This will provide business opportunities for contractors. President Trump’s refusal to agree to the international climate agreement reached in Paris last year was widely criticized abroad and at home. Cities and states around the country have joine

  By Don Wallis   Senator Warren exhibits a basic misunderstanding of the realities of business. Senator Warren has proposed an Accountable Capitalism Act that would, according to an editorial in THE WALL STREET JOURNAL by Richard A. Epstein, requi

Don’t delay, early registration rates expire this Saturday. The Construction SuperConference, now in its 33rd year, is recognized as the preeminent construction conference developed for mid- to senior-level professionals who work in any of the lega

By Don Wallis   Young people do not find construction work attractive The construction industry has traditionally been attractive to young people, especially those who not have a college degree, do not want to punch a time clock, but do want to work

In some instances intentional acts are covered. General liability insurance policies provide that the insurer will defend and, if necessary, indemnify accidental, or negligent, acts but do not cover intentional acts that harm third parties. But can t

Indiana court outlines the criteria needed to allow a third-party claim against a subcontractor Privity of contract is required to successfully pursue a claim for breach of contract. An issue that often arises is whether an owner can file a claim aga