Performance bonds are commonplace in the construction industry. In fact, the Miller Act mandates that performance bonds be utilized for all federal construction projects valued in excess of $100,000. In […]
An Owner Filed a Claim Against Your Performance Bond. Here’s What You Should Do Next Read Post »
Safety perception surveys are arguably one of the most effective performance measurement tools for gleaning insightful information about the current state of your safety and health procedures. But why are
The Value of Safety Perception Surveys in the Construction Industry Read Post »
For the past year, construction companies have benefited from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the most significant reform to be enacted since 1986. Signed by President Donald Trump on
How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Affects Construction Companies Read Post »
A new study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence shows what many employers in the industry already know and are struggling to control on their jobsites: out of
New Study Finds That Construction Workers Most Likely to Use Opioids and Cocaine Read Post »
On September 23, 2019, the Division of Federal Employees’ Compensation (DFEC) set forth a policy aimed to help injured federal workers during their recovery process. Specifically, a policy was established
A New Federal Policy Aims to Limit Opioid Use for Injured Workers Read Post »
2019 seemed to fly by. Another year is in the books, and there is a lot to look forward to in 2020. As we close out the fourth quarter of
Is Your Construction Business Ready for 2020? Read Post »
Are you familiar with the concept of retainage? Retainage is a withheld portion of a contract’s total price that is awarded once the project has been completed. This withholding isn’t
What Contractors Need to Know About Withheld Funds for Public Projects in Florida Read Post »
Are you tired of dealing with project disputes stemming from change orders? You’re not alone. Contractors all across the nation are forced to deal with unreasonable change orders every day.
Managing Change Orders Read Post »
Nothing can ruin your day quite like receiving notice of a construction defect. Knowing that your company could be facing litigation on a project you and your crew worked tirelessly
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a Final Rule updating regulations pertaining to how overtime pay is calculated. This marks the first time in over 50 years that
DOL Issues Final Rule Update Allowing Employers to Better Offer Perks and Benefits Read Post »
