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Indemnification Agreements May Require Defense of Unproven Negligence
The wording of an indemnification clause is important. Indemnification clauses are usually part of construction contracts between owners, and contractors or design professionals. They stipulate that the contractor or design professional will “indem
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“Fake President” Fraud Coverage Decisions Leave Contractors in Legal Limbo
Differing district court opinions make it difficult to prepare for email fraud. Large companies with significant cash flows are increasingly the target of criminals who represent, via email, that they are the president of the company requesting that
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AGC to Offer Lean Construction for Executives Session at 2017 Construction SuperConference
Kevin Gaffney, conference director, “This is a great opportunity for executive and leaders in the legal and construction fields to investigate the benefits and revenue opportunities associated with lean construction.” : Read the Full Story » AGC
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Opinion—What are the economic benefits of President Trump’s wall?
By Don Wallis The wall could be a boon to the construction industry It remains unclear whether the security barrier along the border between Mexico and the United States should or will be built. President Trump says the project will cost $12 to $15 b
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Contract and On-site Actions Determine Liability for Accidents
The general contractor is held liable despite transfer of responsibility to subcontractors. An Indiana appellate court has ruled that a general contractor that contractually agrees to actively oversee job safety cannot escape liability for on-site in
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Texas Court Overturns Obama’s Overtime Rule
The 2014 DOL rules remain in place One of President Obama’s last acts while in office was to instruct the Department of Labor to revise the Fair Labor Standards Act’s “executive, administrative, and professional (‘EAP’) exemptions.” As an
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Purchasing Materials for a Subcontractor has Risks
Advice on how general contractors can protect their interest in this material All general contractors know it is best not purchase materials for a subcontractor or fabricator. This rule is often overlooked when the inability of a sub to purchase mate
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Builders’ Risk Claims and Deadlines Extensions Related to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
Coverage depends upon the cause of the damage. Two articles by Scott Van Voorhis in ENR.com discuss the insurance ramifications for contractors with projects affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma. He addresses two related issues— builders’ risk
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Women’s Leadership Workshop to be Offered at 2017 Construction SuperConference
Atlanta: Led by dynamic coach and educator Brooke Vuckovic, Ph.D., this complimentary workshop presented by Navigant, Eversheds Sutherland, and Lendlease will help executives in attendance better define their purpose and presence as leaders. KELLY HE