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A Contractor’s Perspective on the Initial Decision Maker in Construction Contracts

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In the ever-evolving realm of construction contracts, navigating the contractual dispute resolution procedures can pose significant challenges for contractors. Thoroughness: While the IDM process promises swift dispute resolution, contractors should be mindful of potential trade-offs.

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Webinar: Navigating the Post-Pandemic Era of Rapidly Escalating Construction Prices

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On Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM, three of our partners will present Navigating the Post-Pandemic Era of Rapidly Escalating Construction Prices: A Panel Discussion on Trends, Tips and Best Practices. Ryan Maloney will lead this one-hour virtual panel for the construction industry. Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

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Rogue construction firm shut down due to Business credit scam

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A rogue construction firm has been shut down due to an elaborate and deliberate business credit scam. The company operated two businesses, NB Construction and NB Wholesale. Between February and April 2021, it ordered various construction goods on business credit under each name following approaches to suppliers.

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Recent Changes to Local Construction Contractor’s Licensing

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However, local governments are permitted “to issue journeyman licenses in the plumbing, pipefitting, mechanical, or HVAC trades” and “electrical and alarm system trades.” The post Recent Changes to Local Construction Contractor’s Licensing appeared first on Jimerson Birr. 489.117(4)(a). 163.211(2).

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Construction industry fears rise for firms going bust

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The construction industry is the latest sector to brace itself for a spike in Insolvencies. NMCN was construction’s highest-profile casualty last year, sinking into administration last October. It is the combination of these difficult factors that is leading to so many construction companies going insolvent and being liquidated.”.

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What are the Types of Damages a Property Owner Can Recover for Construction Defects?

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When a property owner experiences construction defects in their property, one of the important considerations as to whether or not to pursue a construction defect lawsuit is what types of damages may be available to remedy the defects. Initially, it is important to understand what constitutes a construction defect.

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My Employee Stole My Trade Secrets! What Can I Do?

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If an employee resigns and starts working for a competing company, the former employer’s trade secrets may be at risk of being disclosed. Luckily, Florida law offers several shields of protection to employers whose trade secrets have been stolen or misappropriated. What is a Trade Secret? Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

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