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Even smaller construction projects in Broward County have a lot of people involved in them. The owner of the land as well as the contractor and subcontractors, and other parties, all have their own role to play. Not surprisingly, legal disputes frequently develop if...
When a site owner or developer begins a construction project, agreements with contractors will likely specify completion dates for various stages of the project, as well as a final completion date for the project. However, delays occur frequently in the construction...
Those who work in the construction industry are used to getting things done. They fix what's broken and erect buildings from the ground up. Construction company owners and contractors are used to taking decisive steps when problem-solving. There's not a lot of nuances...
As a reputable contractor, you carry adequate insurance to cover you and your company in the event of a claim. The last thing that you expect is that your claim will be denied and unpaid, leaving you vulnerable to a lawsuit.Insurance companies have serious obligations...
As a busy Florida contractor, you have a lot of balls to juggle to keep your business up and running smoothly. You are a strong leader and responsible owner and it could be justly said that you tend to take on more than your fair share of job duties.In short, you tend...
One of the deadliest accidents that can occur on a construction site is a trench collapse. These disasters can be quickly fatal for the hapless laborers who are trapped underneath thousands of pounds of unstable soil.These type of accidents can also spell disaster for...
When a client first approaches you with a complaint about a residential or commercial construction project, your first reaction is likely to be appeasement. You want them to be satisfied, so you attempt to fix the problem to their satisfaction.In the majority of...
As the owner of a construction company, you have a vested interest in keeping your crew members safe on the job site. One way to do that is to review your scaffolding safety protocols and procedures.Below are some tips for keeping workers safer when using scaffolding...
A recent story out of New Orleans presents a textbook example of how not to manage a construction disaster. Back in October 2019, the 18-story Hard Rock Hotel that was under construction in the Crescent City collapsed, killing three workers and injuring dozens.Due to...
Construction disputes can be quite costly to resolve. Your time, money and resources all can diminish while you try to hash out a workable solution to appease a disgruntled client.Meanwhile, your reputation as a solid business owner and contractor can take a big hit...