Infrastructure projects hold a special place in the construction industry as they are almost exclusively managed by government agencies and impact every other construction project.
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In July of 2020, United States federal agency The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) published a study entitled “Health Risk Behavior Profile of Construction Workers, 33 States,
Are Construction Workers More Prone to Health Risk Behaviors? Read Post »
Cotney Construction Law is ranked #15 on the Law Firm 500 list achieving 406% growth. Tampa, FL, December 10, 2020 – The Law Firm 500 Awards Committee recently announced the
Construction sites can be incredibly hectic, with multiple workers carrying on different but simultaneous tasks. If proper housekeeping is not routinely enforced and these groups don’t clean up after themselves,
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Every day, millions of employees in the construction industry are exposed to vibration at work as a result of machines, vehicles, and tools. However, this constant vibration exposure is more
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 1 million workers are treated in an emergency room for hand injuries each year, ranging from injuries as minor as cuts
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Construction work is already one of the most dangerous occupations, and winter weather can make it even more dangerous. Between damaged equipment and workers afflicted with cold-related injuries, wintry conditions
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As you come to the end of a construction project, it comes time to settle the issue of payment. By now, everyone should be paid or it should be clear
Everything You Need to Know About a Contractor’s Final Payment Affidavit Read Post »
Chicago is in the middle of a restoration where new resources are being built and areas in need of refurbishment are having a lot of work done. This means that
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After you complete a residential project, there may be certain deficiencies that you may be required to repair if the work ends up being defective. In many cases, these defects
Common Homebuilding Defects to Avoid to Limit Legal Liability Read Post »
