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No Damages for Delays if Contractually Waived

Subcontractor cannot obtain damages triggered by delays caused by the owner’s or contractor’s ineptitude if this right is…

March 29

South Carolina MOX Project In Financial Crisis

South Carolina’s suit against the Department of Energy requests $100 million in construction delay penalties. The saga of…

March 29

Pennsylvania Introduces Online Mechanic’s Lien Procedures

The amended statute protects the rights of both owners and subcontractors if they register online in a timely…

March 29

A Review of the Miller Act

A brief reminder of the Miller Act’s purpose and how to ensure coverage. The Miller Act has two…

March 29

CSC Speakers Discuss Topics Ranging from Litigation to Safety Education

Atlanta – Kevin Gaffney, director, CSC:  “The Construction SuperConference plans its educational content to comply with the accreditation…

February 23

Opinion—Scott Pruitt Advocates a Much Needed Reset for the EPA

Mr. Pruitt believes the EPA should follow the mandates of Congress. The Senate, after contentious partisan hearings, confirmed…

February 22

Notice Provisions in Related Contracts May be Binding

In New York, a subcontractor may be bound by notice provisions in the contract between the prime contractor…

February 22

OSHA Stops Publication of Workplace Safety Violators

The new administration has ended what critics called a campaign of public shaming. The Occupational Health and Safety…

February 22

Lessons Learned from Dakota Pipeline Permitting Process

The permitting process for major projects is a complicated, disorganized boondagle. The permitting process for large, multistate infrastructure…

February 22

“Blacklist Provision” On Hold

The Obama Administration rules requiring contractors to report “violations” are now on hold. An article in Federal Construction…

February 22