Accidents happen! You cannot plan or predict when an accident will happen, but you can plan and prepare for your company’s response and liability when an accident does occur. Join Kelly Stamy at our Free Webinar as she explains the importance of building worker safety into your business and why it is crucial to your […]
Problems and disputes are inevitable, especially in construction! It’s essential to understand what all of your options are in settling these disputes. Which options are cheaper, easier, or the right fit for each situation? Are there ways to protect yourself on the frontend before a problem ever arises? All of these questions and more will […]
Asegurarse de tomar las precauciones adecuadas de cambio-de-riesgo es un paso crucial en el proceso de construcción. Un mecanismo común utilizado en el esfuerzo de majejo de riesgos es una cláusula de indemnización; sin embargo, si no se redacta correctamente, tal disposición será inaplicable. Las cláusulas de indemnización (a veces denominadas cláusulas de retención inofensiva) […]
The second set of contract terms that require your attention when you are reviewing the contract from your general contractor are the safety terms, bond terms, delay terms, dispute resolution terms, and lien waivers. A safety term in your contract can take many forms. Not only will you be required to comply with all OSHA […]
Before you negotiate anything, the first thing you need to do is identify the contract documents. Typically, these include the project manual, the plans and specifications, and the terms and conditions. This information should direct you to the most important terms in your contract with the general contractor. These documents will help you determine if […]
In our previous blog article, about we learned about the two types of contingent payment clauses, the pay when paid vs pay if paid clauses. In this blog article, we will discuss the ways to fight each type of clause if you should find that you have already executed a contract containing one of these […]
Contingent Payment Clauses for the Subcontractor Imagine that you have signed a contract with a new general contractor. You have worked diligently to complete the work under contract and have complied with all of the contract requirements for your scope of work. After finishing the work, you have submitted your pay application/invoice to the general […]
So, you’ve landed a stellar new contract, your crew and equipment are ready, and the weather is ideal to begin the work. All you have to do is sign the contract documents. You’ve done it a million times before, so you know what you’re getting into, right?
In the days following Hurricane Harvey, news agencies reported only about 80 percent of homeowners in the affected areas were covered by flood insurance.[1] As a result, uninsured flooded homeowners have sought other options to repair and replace their damaged property. In an effort to find alternative forms of compensation, some homeowners have attempted to […]
Generally speaking, it is a good business practice to have all of the essential terms between the parties to be put into a written agreement before the work starts. But, in a situation such as the aftermath of a hurricane, that may not always be possible to do upfront. However, it is not too late […]
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