Sharing the Blame
One theory of construction contract law is that a construction contract is less about spelling out in detail each party’s specific rights and obligations...
OSHA Unveils New HazCom Enforcement Procedures
Effective July 9, 2015, OSHA has taken a new stance on the enforcement of its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). Publication of the final rule...
Documentation 101
Sometimes disputes are simply unavoidable. Whether addressed at the project level or through litigation, construction disputes often involve a series of interrelated, complex issues...
Dealing with Difficult Parties on a Project
If you have been involved in the construction industry for any substantial amount of time, you have likely encountered an individual or an entity...
Q Is for Concrete
A summary of OSHA regulations governing concrete construction
Concrete and masonry construction is covered under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) under what is...
Tips to Help Navigate Insurance on Projects
By Aman Kahlon
In the modern era, most construction contracts incorporate insurance requirements as a primary means to address the risk of unexpected occurrences that...
OSHA’s New Fall Protection Rule Offers Flexibility—But Will It Last
On November 18, 2016, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) issued its 513-page final rule modifying its requirements for walking-working surfaces (WWS), fall...
Technology and the Law
Can Digital Signatures or Emails Be Used to Create a Valid Contract?
Last month, we addressed the question of whether there are limits to what...
Navigating the Competitive Bid Process for Public Contracts
The bid process for a public construction project can be daunting for even the most sophisticated and savvy owners. Failing to adhere to state...
Recovering Delay Damages Despite Timely Completion
Construction projects frequently encounter delays to the work. A delay which is compensable to a contractor is one that was not anticipated when the...