In the best circumstances, contracts become more of a formality, and everyone honors their commitments without having to seek any additional steps. Sometimes it becomes necessary to enforce the contract
The U.S. government is currently investing in major infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, that will give your firm an opportunity to shine. In fact, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2.,
5 Tips for Drafting a Bid or Contract for Underground Utilities Read Post »
The global construction industry is looking for ways of addressing problems in litigation and conflict resolution. One way of doing this is by creating universal standards for construction contracts. Having
Everything You Need to Know About FIDIC Contracts Read Post »
Contracts are largely seen as being infallible and unbreakable, at least without causing some type of serious punishment or penalty. However, contracts are not always as strong as they appear.
Can a Construction Contract Be Invalidated? Read Post »
Hiring is one of the most important factors in how a construction project will turn out. The crew that you put together has to be able to handle every part
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a New Team Member to Your Construction Team Read Post »
Due to COVID-19 and the subsequent economic downturn, many workers today fall into the “gig economy” category, characterized by short-term, freelance work. That makes a proposed federal rule change even
DOL Attempts Clarification of Employee vs. Subcontractor Classification Read Post »
On November 3, 2020, Colorado voters approved Proposition 118, passing into law the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act (“PFMLA” or the “Act”). The Act creates a state-run insurance
Colorado’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act Read Post »
Indiana roofing contractors who believe one of their employees have been exposed to COVID-19 can legally request a COVID-19 test before the employee can return to work. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released new guidance on this issue recently. What began in March with
Employers Can Require ‘Job-Related’ COVID-19 Test Read Post »
If you own a company in Florida, be sure you know the details of a new law that went into effect on January 1, 2021. You and your HR professionals
What Contractors Should Know About Florida’s New I-9 Law Read Post »
Congress created the Equal Pay Act of 1963 to correct the conditions caused by sex-based pay inequities that significantly affected women’s earning potential. And although the Equal Pay Act (EPA) has helped
How Employers Violate the Equal Pay Act Read Post »
