One of the provisions that is often included in a subcontract agreement is the subcontractor’s warranties. These provisions essentially bind the subcontractor by an implied promise to perform the subcontract work in a skillful and workmanlike manner. Fairbairn Lumber Corp. … Continue reading
Category Archives: Building Code
Necessary Building Demolition
In the interest of avoiding building collapses and serious possible resulting injuries, the Administrative Code of City of New York § 26–235 provides for the sealing off of and/or destruction of dangerous structures by the city. This provision allows the … Continue reading
Zoning Ordinance Appeals
Generally, the court will not hear an action for a declaratory judgment that a zoning regulation is unconstitutional until the property owner has exhausted his administrative remedies. Where the operation of a zoning ordinance effects an unconstitutional present invasion of … Continue reading
OSHA Inspections: Employer Rights and Responsibilities – Posting Requirements and Informal Conferences
When a citation and notification of penalty is received from the Occupation Safety and Health Administration, the citation, or a copy thereof, must be posted near the place where each violation occurred to make employees aware of possible hazardous conditions. … Continue reading
OSHA Inspections: Employer Rights and Responsibilities – Types of Violations
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers have the responsibility to provide safe work environments. Pursuant to the Act, an OSHA officer conducts inspections of work environments and reports the findings to the OSHA director for evaluation. … Continue reading
