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Tips for Choosing a Construction Attorney
May 01, 2016
Construction attorneys can assist with transactional matters (e.g., drafting and reviewing docume...
The Importance of Fraud Prevention in the Construction Industry
Jan 01, 2016
According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), fraud within the construction i...
Procuring Legal Services on a Budget
Apr 01, 2017
From interpreting contract language to settling disputes and claims, contractors often rely heavi...
Assembling the Modern Contractor’s Professional Liability Policy
Jan 22, 2021
Construction businesses continue to experience tremendous growth.
Fresh Perspectives: The Unassuming Fraudster & How Businesses Can Prevent Fraud
Jan 22, 2021
When considering fraud in today’s world, names that may come to mind include Bernie Madoff, Denni...
Managing the Contract Claim Procedure
Jan 01, 2018
Appropriately design and implement internal controls to avoid and effectively manage contract cla...
Legal & Claims Concerns Raised by 3D Printing & BIM
Sep 02, 2019
As three-dimensional (3D) printing and Building Information Modeling (BIM) evolves, becomes easie...
Construction Defects: Understand the Risks & Implement Best Practices
Sep 01, 2016
As the construction industry rebounds, construction defect litigation may also increase.
Gearing Up for Modern-Day : “Trial By Combat”
Sep 01, 2016
Modern litigation is an alternative to older forms of conflict resolution, such as trial by combat.
Handling Claims & Disputes Under the PCM
Sep 01, 2016
Despite efforts to ensure communication is clear and contracts are effectively worded, contractor...
Leverage the Benefits of Teamwork Between Your CPA & Attorney
May 02, 2016
Despite the need for collaboration and teamwork among construction industry professionals
CFM’s Guide to Battling Back Against Leverage Situations
Jan 01, 2016
Construction contract participants can generally rely on a certain amount of standardization
Beyond Compliance: Taking Advantage of Affordable Care Act Opportunities
Jan 01, 2016
Despite a history of legal challenges and redefinitions in its five years of existence, early 20...
A practical Guide to Understanding Retainage
Mar 01, 2017
Imagine you only pay 90% of the price of a shirt, wear it a few times, and then pay the balance a...
Safety Collaboration Works – Why Not Pave the Way for Payments?
Mar 01, 2017
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries for both personal safety and bu...
Identifying & Mitigating Fraud Risks in a Remote Working Environment
Jan 01, 2021
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on business operations have been devastating and far reaching.
Is Everything You Know About Lien Waivers Wrong?
Jan 22, 2021
In the construction industry, the lien waiver is an unassuming document that is constantly exchan...
How Contractors Can Avoid Claim Pricing Pitfalls
Mar 01, 2019
From equipment and overhead rates to faulty math and logic, inaccurate or unreasonable claim pric...
Threat Assessment: A Key Step in Preventing & Mitigating Workplace Violence
Mar 01, 2021
“If I lose my job, the site manager and his supervisor need to watch out.”
Expanding Your Company's Value Through Mergers & Acquisitions
May 03, 2021
During your company's annual meeting, the CEO asks how the company is going to meet its revenue g...
Impact of Paycheck Protection Program Loans on the Construction Industry
May 03, 2021
Uncertainty certainly defined 2020. COVID-19 became real for many when the first pandemic-related...