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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an organization within the Department of Labor…
Michigan OSHA Defense Attorney
Whether you run a manufacturing facility, a chemical plant, or a construction company, there are…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration works to promote safe environments in a variety of…
OSHA enforcement is on the rise which means the need for experienced and practical legal…
Regardless of industry or size, every employer will face challenges in the area of safety…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates federal standards to ensure safe and healthy…
Why You Should Join the Roofing Industry Part 2
You don’t have to go very far in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Austin to…
Why You Should Join the Roofing Industry Part 1
To the members of the class of 2018, you have a lot to consider when…
6 Things the Construction Industry Needs to Know About Millennials Part 2
As older construction workers leave the industry, millennials are becoming the dominant generation in today’s…
6 Things the Construction Industry Needs to Know About Millennials Part 1
Attracting the attention of millennial workers and maintaining their interest is a challenge for the…
3 Ways to Avoid Construction Project Disputes
The construction industry has a reputation for being competitive and adversarial, which increases the likelihood…
6 Benefits of Digital Documents Part 2
On jobsites across this country, construction professionals are drowning in paperwork. This industry requires a…
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Bid Shopping in Construction Part 5
At the conclusion of this five-part series, it’s safe to say that bid shopping is…
Bid Shopping in Construction Part 4
When construction professionals resort to bid shopping, it affects everyone. To ensure construction projects are…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 1
Whether it be your personal life or professional life, the principles, ideas, attitudes, moral standards,…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 2
Big or small, your construction company is perceived and judged by its practices. In the…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 3
In this three-part series, our Brandon construction attorneys have discussed everything from unethical practices in…
Breaking Down Stop Work Orders in Florida
Issuance of a “stop work order” requires the receiver to immediately halt all work-related operations…
Improving Your Bidding Strategy
In the world of competitive construction bidding, there’s no consolation prize for a losing bid….
Oregon OSHA’s ABCs of Project Site Safety: A – B
In an effort to spread awareness about Oregon OSHA’s concerns relating to workplace safety, the…
Oregon OSHA’s ABCs of Project Site Safety: C
In the Beaver State, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) trains a watchful eye…
Tips to Prepare for the System for Award Management
Federal contracts are hot commodities in the world of construction. Competition is fierce, and winning…
Are You Ready to Secure More Government Contracts? Follow These Tips
The federal government and state governments award billions in construction contracts to construction businesses every…
Consider These 3 Factors When Reflecting on Past Bids
Is your construction business going through a dry spell? Can you recall the last time…
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Tips to Prevent Harassment in Construction Workplaces
Construction sites can be stressful, but one type of stress that people shouldn’t have to…
If you live in Washington state, you are likely familiar with WISHA and its guidelines….
Five Considerations for a Renewable Energy PPP
As you likely know, a public-private partnership (PPP or P3) is a contract between a…
6 Mistakes Contractors Make When They Write Their Own Demand Letter Part 2
As the old adage goes, “a man who represents himself has a fool for a…
6 Mistakes Contractors Make When They Write Their Own Demand Letter Part 1
When there is a payment dispute, the demand letter can be a highly effective and…
4 Questions That Help You Decide If Your Employee Handbook Is Outdated
Whether you have a huge construction firm or a small roofing business, employers should fear…
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Can Siding Go on a Home Before the Frame is Inspected?
As a contractor, the titular question above might seem like it has an obvious answer,…
An Overview of Project Site Productivity
Contractors are constantly looking for new ways to increase productivity on the project site. There’s…
Common Issues with Concrete Part 2
Even as the essential building block of our skyscrapers, bridges, and dams, it’s easy to…
COVID-19: Managing Employees With Pre-Existing Conditions
As Phase 1 of Florida’s reopening plan is now underway, employers are beginning to transition…
An In-Depth Look at Florida’s Right to Repair Laws
Right now, you probably have enough on your plate without having to worry about being…
4 Reasons To Focus on Highway Construction Projects
Infrastructure is the backbone of our economy. Although the United States hasn’t seen a massive…
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