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CSC Brings Leading Experts, Educational Sessions
ATLANTA – With more than 35 educational sessions and panels featuring 88 new speakers, Construction SuperConference (CSC) offers information and ideas for every level of professional. Kevin Gaffney, group show director, CSC: “The Construction
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Opinion—The New Reality: “Legislation” by Executive Decree
The executive branch not the legislative branch now creates most new federal laws. Two lengthy New York Times articles reprinted in the August 14, 2016, edition of the Santa Fe New Mexican discuss President Obama’s use of executive authority to ena
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Boston and Millennium Partners Are Negotiating A $1B Multi-use Downtown Project
This project would be a catalyst for urban redevelopment and rejuvenation. The Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA), after reviewing a number of proposals, has entered into negotiations with real estate developer, Millennium Partners, to build a $1 b
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Federal Court Upholds Contractual Language To Arbitrate In 30 Days
Courts almost never overturn arbitration agreements. Courts, for many years, have confirmed the sanctity of arbitration agreements. This was confirmed, once again, in a recent North Carolina case, Tribal Casino Gaming Enterprise v. W.G. Yates & S
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Federal Transgender Bathroom Requirements Conflict With Local Codes
Conflicting code requirements make compliance difficult for contractors and owners. According to a recent study, “about 1.4 million adults in [this] country identify as transgender.” www.latimes.com The federal government has stipulated that tran
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A Litigant Can File Simultaneous Suits In State and Federal Court
A recent Tennessee Federal District Court case reveals there are exceptions to the Colorado River Doctrine. The general rule of law stipulates that a litigant cannot simultaneously file suit in both federal and state court when the cases are based on
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Opinion—The Economic Perils of Uncertainty
Continuing uncertainty regarding federal regulations is damaging our industry and the country. The key to running a successful construction business is planning. A well-planned project has a far greater chance of being completed on time and on budget
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Aging Drinking Water Infrastructure Creates Opportunities for Contractors
Antiquated, non-compliant drinking water systems throughout the country need upgrading. The code violations in the Flint, Mich., drinking water system that have led to disastrous health problems have raised public awareness concerning the challenges
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Negotiations Continue on the Miami Beach Light Rail System
Controversy surrounds the city’s selection process. Miami and Dade County, Fla., have been examining ways to improve and expand the area’s mass transit system for years. A number of concepts, some traditional, some innovative, have been proposed.