OSHA Whistleblower Prosecutions Rise

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...

Blockchain Tech

By William S. Thomas Although it has been around in concept since 1991, “Blockchain” is only now on the verge of becoming a household term,...

Employer Prevails in General Duty Clause Case

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has a multitude of regulations to which concrete and construction contractors must adhere. Most of the construction...
Drones

A New Reality

In the past few years, the proliferation of drones has expanded exponentially. Once limited to a casual, amateur pastime activity, the use of drones...
What Makes A Good or Bad Arbitrator?

What Makes A Good or Bad Arbitrator?

As a member of the construction industry, at some point during your career, you will likely engage in arbitration. Arbitration provisions are prevalent in...
Employee Misconduct

Unpreventable Employee Misconduct: Series on the Affirmative Defense

By Anthony M. Kroese, Esq. and Samantha V. Catone, Esq. In the final part of this four-part series on the “unpreventable employee misconduct” defense to...

Be Smart About Smart Devices

With the first iPhone released almost 20 years ago, smart devices have proven staying power as a force multiplier and significant convenience for construction...

Widespread Failures

In September 2024, the panel investigating the 2017 fire in the Grenfell Tower in London, England, which killed 72, issued its final report, placing...

Workforce Development Assessment Tool

In the modern construction industry, finding and retaining a sufficient number of reliable, skilled workers proves to be an ongoing challenge faced by many...

Subcontractor Injuries

Determining Liability and the Responsible Party By Thomas M. Buckley In today’s legal landscape, contractors need to be on guard against claims for an injury to...