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Earlier this year, a Florida appellate court overruled a decision denying a claim for attorneys’ fees by a prime contractor and its surety after prevailing in its defense of a […]

Nearly 40 percent of all construction industry deaths are fall-related. Year after year, fall protection is the most-cited violation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). At particular risk

Let’s face it, change orders happen in construction. With so many moving parts on the construction site and stakeholders offsite, it’s hard to ensure that everything will be planned perfectly

Sustainability and reducing energy consumption has become a focus for consumers here in Birmingham and throughout the United States. Green buildings and homes are popping up everywhere and allowing consumers

If you are in the construction industry, there’s no better time to pursue a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) or a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification. New projects are popping up

In the United States and beyond, the construction industry is growing at a rapid pace. New opportunities both in the public and private sectors are popping up and as we’ve

This article is the second part of a two-part series where our attorneys discuss the importance of a Time is of the Essence provision. If your contract contains this provision,

Whenever entering into a construction contract, it is almost an unspoken rule that the project will, or at least, should be completed on time. After all, timing is everything. However,

Working in construction takes both skill and intellect. Due to the inherent risks construction professionals face daily, it pays to seek out tools that will reduce your risks. Payments, in

A healthy cash flow is the lifeblood of contracting in the construction industry. Unfortunately, a lack thereof has contributed to many projects coming to a screeching halt. If you want