“Look Back” Rule for OSHA Violations is Not Absolute
A recent Second Circuit ruling give OSHA increased discretion in applying the “look back” rule. OSHA’s Field Operations…
March 27Latest in: Litigation Strategies/Dispute Resolution
Reasonable Interpretation of Overall Contract Language Determining Factor in Contract Enforcement
A typographical error in a heading is not enough to void an entire clause. There are a number…
March 27OSHA’s Silica Rule Upheld by D.C. Court of Appeals
The respirable crystalline silica exposure rules remain in effect, for now. OSHA began enforcing stricter requirements for limiting…
March 27California Aggressively Pursues Hazardous Waste In Dumpster Violations
This is a cautionary tale for contractors The California Attorney General, in conjunction with local State District attorneys,…
March 27Call For Presentations 2018 Construction SuperConference
The Construction SuperConference is now accepting proposals for the annual event to be held December 10-12, 2018, in…
February 28Opinion—The Waters of the US Controversy Continues
By Don Wallis. The recent Supreme Court decision adds more uncertainty to the issue. During the Obama administration,…
February 26It is now Illegal in New Jersey for Businesses to Discriminate Against Employees who are Breastfeeding
The New Jersey regulations are stricter than the federal law addressing the same issue. Under federal law, all…
February 26New California Law Makes Direct Contractors Liable for Unpaid Wage Obligations of Subcontractors
AB 1701 places the burden on direct contractors to protect themselves from these claims. The 2017 California Legislature…
February 26The Power of Arbitrators in Construction Litigation Reaffirmed
The Seventh Circuit reaffirms an arbitrator’s power to rule on questions of fact. A recent federal case in…
February 26Insurance Companies Can Limit Insured’s Right to Independent Counsel
A recent Illinois decision ruled in favor of the insurer. Policyholders occasionally request that insurers allow them to…
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