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Introduction Receiving an OSHA citation can be a daunting experience for any business. However, it’s essential to understand that you can challenge these citations if
Introduction Safety isn’t just a priority in the high-stakes construction world—it’s a legal and ethical obligation. Yet, despite stringent regulations and extensive safety protocols, construction
Introduction Navigating the complexities of the construction industry on Long Island demands more than just skillful project management and craftsmanship. It requires legal expertise to
Delays are often inevitable in construction projects and can significantly impact timelines, budgets, and relationships between parties involved. When these delays occur, stakeholders may seek
Insurance is one of the most important things for anyone in construction to understand. However, many people often do not know the critical differences between
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY – Kushnick Pallaci PLLC, a construction law firm in New York, is pleased to announce a significant substantial settlement
A stop work order on a construction site can be a major setback for any project in New York City. Issued by the Department of
When undertaking a construction project, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the key players involved. Two critical roles
Owning a home is a significant investment, and homeowners often take great care to maintain their property. However, unexpected incidents can occur, such as a
In the wake of the recent oil platform tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico, the oil and gas industry hit with another misfortune when a crane boom failed and caused the death of a worker at a construction
A federal Court on Louisiana ordered Taishan Gypsum Co. Ltd. to pay seven Virginia families a total of $2.6 million to remedy the effects of the use of defective Chinese-made drywall in their homes. This “warning shot” is
Date: 10/13/2009 On October 1, 2009 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration released its plan for implementing its National Emphasis Program (NEP) to assess the accuracy of injury-and-illness data recorded by employers. The NEP was enacted in response
An Executive Order, entitled Use of Project Labor Agreements for Federal Construction Projects, is encouraging the use of project labor agreements for large-scale Federal construction projects in order to promote the economy and increase efficiency in Federal procurement.
Construction sites are dangerous places. There is no way around it. Fortunately there are a constantly growing number of safety regulations that are intended to minimize the possibility that an accident will occur and to hopefully minimize the
EPA Requires Contractors To Obtain Certification Before Working in a Structure Containing Lead Paint Beginning on April 22, 2010, federal law will require contractors performing renovation, repair or painting that disturbs paint in homes, child care facilities, or
Every State permits a person who supplies labor or materials for a construction project to claim a lien against the improved property. While some states differ in their definition of improvements and some states limit lien claims to
A recent decision by the Oregon Appeals Court allows property owners to file negligence lawsuits against contractors for building-code violations. In a construction defect case brought eight (8) years after the construction was substantially complete, the Court ruled
Overview The FLSA establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. Covered nonexempt workers are entitled to a minimum wage of not
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