Construction contractors often cannot predict factors that will affect their work schedule, such as weather delays or a delay in obtaining building materials to complete a project.
Construction delays can have a significant impact on both... (Read More)
Project managers and construction contractors often collaborate on projects. Questions may arise on liability issues: Does the responsibility to maintain liability insurance fall on the project manager, the contractor, or both?
Who is liable when... (Read More)
Construction is a risky business—whether it is trying to prevent accidents on the job or managing tight deadlines, everything involves taking risks. The key to success in construction is evaluating and managing risk.
With the current rate of... (Read More)
It's one of those things that everyone knows they should do, but they don't: making sure they are using strong passwords.
We all know we should be using strong passwords to protect ourselves and our businesses when we're online. But studies show... (Read More)
When most people think of environmental liability insurance, they think about coverage for a toxic chemical spill or a nuclear disaster. Environmental liability insurance covers a much broader spectrum of risks than just hazardous waste. While... (Read More)
Any contractor who transports materials that could potentially create environmental pollution needs liability protection. When cargo is released into the environment—for example, a truck overturns and spills industrial cleaning solution into a... (Read More)
Construction contractors put themselves at risk every single day on the job, facing unknown risks when working with heavy equipment and often from scaffolds at great heights. The job is demanding and has special challenges. One of the challenges... (Read More)
The construction industry is known for its demanding and hazardous nature, with workers often facing numerous risks. Among these dangers, falls remain one of the most prevalent and severe. Every year falls account for a significant number of... (Read More)
Lead paint continues to be a serious concern in building remediation, particularly in older structures that are being renovated or repurposed. Although the use of lead-based paint has been restricted or banned in many countries, it remains present... (Read More)