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In a significant decision for contractors and property owners alike, the Appellate Division, Second Department, recently clarified the consequences of performing electrical work in New
If you’re a contractor in New York, few tools are more powerful than a mechanic’s lien. It gives you leverage, helps secure payment, and forces
In construction law, few issues are as serious—or as misunderstood—as the misappropriation of trust funds. New York’s Lien Law Article 3-A was created to protect
In the world of construction litigation, the New York Lien Law—and in particular, Article 3-A—plays a crucial role in protecting the interests of subcontractors, material
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC — New York Construction Law Attorneys A recent decision from the Appellate Division, Second Department, offers a sharp warning to contractors
When it comes to building maintenance in New York City, few compliance requirements are as significant—or as complex—as Local Law 11, also known as the
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC | www.nyconstructionlaw.com Introduction If you’re starting a construction project in New York—whether it’s a major commercial build or a residential renovation—you’ll
For home improvement contractors working in Suffolk County, compliance with local consumer protection laws is not optional — it’s a business necessity. The Suffolk County
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and deaths in construction—and also one of the most frequently cited OSHA violations. If you’re
The New York legislature has proposed bill A05026 wherein General Obligations Law Section 5-322.1 would be amended to forbid an agreement to indemnify a promisee for damages caused by third party negligence. Section 5-322.1 already forbids indemnification agreements
Bill A02866 proposes that builders of new one-family residential homes will be given the same “exemption” from liability for Labor Law 240 and 241 claims that owners of one-family residential homes have enjoyed for years. Vincent T. Pallaci
For the purposes of Labor Law §§ 240 and 241, construction managers are typically not deemed a contractor or agent of a contractor. Borbeck v. Hercules Construction Corp., 48 A.D.3d 498 (2nd Dep’t 2008). However, if a construction
Injuries are an unfortunate part of construction. Whether it is an injured worker or just someone passing through, injuries can have a devastating impact on contractors. After dealing with the immediate medical needs, the contract must turn its
In QBE v. D. Gangi Contracting Corp. the Appellate Division, First Department, addressed the all too common problem of an insured contractor failing to provide its commercial general liability insurance carrier with timely notice of the plaintiff construction
In Madero v. Pizzagalli Construciton Co., a worker was injured when he fell over an alleged defect in concrete that apparently was recently poured. During depositions it was determined, and it was uncontested, that the alleged defect was
Document the Construction Site Injury It is a good practice to have all witnesses to the construction accident fill out accident reports. Get basic contact information for the witness and have them put a statement in writing. A
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