By Kristine A. Kubes A skilled workforce is an indispensable element of successful design and construction in the United States. Projects begin with the designs...

Contractors are governed by the terms of their contracts, statutes, regulations, and case law. The contract can consist of the terms and conditions of the...

It is no secret that the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) is making it tougher to settle cases, at least on terms that...

By Thomas More Buckley In an ideal world, proper and careful craftsmanship would be all that was needed to avoid claims for a construction defect....

For more than a decade, I’ve covered the lack of skilled workers in the trades impacting productivity, profits, and projects across the nation. I’ve...

Maximize chances for recovery By Christopher S. Drewry The shift of a project dispute into claim mode can significantly alter the dynamic of the project participants....

In a recent decision, the federal Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission (OSHRC) issued a decision reversing a judge’s ruling that had decreased the...

Part 2 of 4: Effective Communication Methods By Anthony M. Kroese, Esq. and Samantha V. Catone, Esq. In part one of the four-part series addressing the...

Whistleblower prosecutions by OSHA have been rising steadily during the current administration. During FY 2014, OSHA made nearly 3,300 whistleblower determinations. While a majority...

By Aman Kahlon Liens are one of the primary tools for the construction industry to secure payment claims. However, lien rights and remedies vary between...