For Construction Pros

Construction Contract Pitfalls

Before signing on any dotted line you must personally read the whole contract, thoroughly understand it, and ensure you can live up to its terms.

Article • June 2nd, 2008

Insurance might not protect GCs from subs' defective work, materials

A general contractor may not be covered under a general liability insurance policy for property damage caused by defective materials supplied by a subcontractor. The case In Stanley Martin Cos. v. Ohio Cas. Group, 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 73587 (E.D...

Article • May 21st, 2008

Contractor's Lien Rights in Work for Tenants

Lien rights may be diminished when they are performing work for a tenant.

Article • April 16th, 2008

Let's Not Kill All the Lawyers

Legal Matters

Article • March 25th, 2008

Union or Non-Union?

How to make the right choice.

Article • February 8th, 2008

Know state licensure requirements

Generally, contractors are required to be licensed in the state in which they perform work.?If not licensed, they may be unable to enforce their construction contracts, and in certain instances, licensing requirements for subcontractors may be more...

Article • January 16th, 2008

Legal Matters

Texas high court prevents insurers from backpedaling on coverage for accidental property damage.

Article • December 14th, 2007

Day laborers in Chicago

Be honest now. How many undocumented immigrants are on your payroll right this second? Last season? The last couple of years? If you're like many contractors you hire people who can do the work and don't pay much attention to their documentation...or...

Blog • December 7th, 2007

Immigration Reform Commentary Wins Award

At Cygnus Business Media, we held our annual "Awards of Excellence" reception yesterday in which top performers in sales, graphics and editorial were recognized. This is merely an opportunity for some pats on the back within our own company, but some...

Blog • November 28th, 2007

A One Step, No Cost Strategy for Compliance with Federal Child Labor Laws

Fair Labor Standards Act sets an 18-year minimum age for employment deemed hazardous to minors.

Article • November 21st, 2007

Employing Recent Labor Laws and Legislation: An Overview

Recent actions, decisions and initiatives could have an impact on construction industry employers.

Article • November 15th, 2007

State Laws and Construction Contracts

The Associated General Contractors of America is holding what looks to be a great audio conference that contractors should seriously consider attending - "Know the State Laws that Impact Your Construction Contracts." It is hard keeping up with the...

Blog • November 2nd, 2007

Is your lawyer good or bad for business?

Legal Matters

Article • October 24th, 2007

Stay informed of "no match" letter requirements

Part of the Bush Administration'sÂ attempts to control illegal immigration is an initiative that requires an employer to investigate the legal status of employees who have triggered a "no match" notice. No matchletters areÂ generated when...

Blog • September 28th, 2007

Contractor who crossed out

Settlements of disputes are commonplace in the construction industry.

Article • August 21st, 2007