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Baltimore bridge collapseConstruction firm sues owner, operator of ship that hit Key Bridge
Brawner Builders employed six workers who were killed when the boat hit the Baltimore bridge, causing it to collapse.
By Zachary Phillips • Updated Sept. 23, 2024 -
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OpinionHow to tell if a project owner is in financial trouble
In today’s volatile lending environment, it's important to know the signs that could indicate a client is in distress, says a construction attorney.
By Dan Rosenberg • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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White House calls for stronger labor standards
The executive order directs federal agencies to prioritize project labor agreements, voluntary union recognition and high-wage standards for manufacturing grants.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Racism in ConstructionEEOC settles 3 construction harassment cases for a combined $2.9M
The federal workplace watchdog took enforcement actions against Florida-based J.A. Croson, New Jersey's Asphalt Paving Systems and Balfour Beatty's U.S. infrastructure arm.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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NY sues Cuomo Bridge builders over allegedly faulty cables
The New York State Thruway Authority’s lawsuit says some stay cable anchors have to be retrofitted only six years after the $4 billion span opened.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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OSHA sets late December comment deadline for extreme heat standard
The agency’s proposed rule would require employers to develop heat injury and illness prevention plans, among other actions.
By Ryan Golden • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Column // The Dotted LineHow contractors can guard against wage theft on their jobsites
GCs need to thoroughly vet subcontractors, use careful contract language and lean on labor partnerships to limit their risk, attorneys say.
By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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6 sustainability trends impacting commercial properties: Cushman & Wakefield
The SEC’s final climate rule will require public companies to disclose their climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions, pending an ongoing legal review, per a report.
By Nish Amarnath • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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OSHA’s walkaround rule raises questions of liability, safety
Several industry groups have filed suit to stop the change, which expands the definition of who can be present during jobsite inspections.
By Jen A. Miller • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Oklahoma civil contractor indicted in $100M price-fixing scheme
Sioux Erosion Control and two of its employees were charged for allegedly colluding on prices and rigging bids for highway jobs across the state.
By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Rio Grande LNG ruling underscores risk of megaprojects
After Bechtel won a $4.3 billion contract for Train 4 of the Texas energy facility, a court overturned the project’s federal authorization, putting its timeline in doubt.
By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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EPA unveils labels for green construction materials
The program will support the Biden administration’s Buy Clean Initiative to boost lower-carbon building products on federal projects.
By Julie Strupp • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Idaho hangar builder cited for ‘irresponsible construction methods’
OSHA fined two companies over $200,000 collectively, just a few weeks after the families of two workers who died filed suit against the contractors.
By Zachary Phillips • July 31, 2024 -
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Column // The Dotted Line
How — and why — to add cybersecurity provisions to construction contracts
Lawyers talk about the ways that contractors can guard themselves against the legal risks of attacks, and what to do if a breach occurs.
By Jen A. Miller • Updated July 30, 2024 -
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$11.6B Texas LNG terminal moves ahead after disputes
A new settlement allows lead contractor Zachry Holdings to exit the Golden Pass export project owned by ExxonMobil and Qatar Energy.
By Julie Strupp • July 29, 2024 -
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White House, CISA name key cybersecurity officials as national resilience strategy rollout continues
Harry Wingo was named deputy national cyber director while Bridget Bean will become the new executive director at CISA.
By David Jones • July 26, 2024 -
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OSHA’s proposed heat rule: It’s time to get HIIPP
Legal experts say regardless of whether the standard will be adopted, it’s a helpful tool and provides insight into the agency’s view of heat safety.
By Zachary Phillips • July 25, 2024 -
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Turner buys Dornan Engineering in advanced technology play
The biggest contractor in the U.S. is eyeing data center and biopharma opportunities in Europe with the acquisition of an Ireland-based firm focused on tech-heavy builds.
By Joe Bousquin • July 24, 2024 -
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Electrical contractor settles EEOC claims that VP refused candidates outside of ‘ideal age range’
The case is one of several in which an employers’ alleged use of coded language became potential evidence in an age discrimination claim.
By Ryan Golden • July 23, 2024 -
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California contractor settles EEOC transgender harassment charge
An automatic sprinkler installer based in the Bay Area allegedly made verbal and physical threats against a worker due to his gender identity and sexual orientation, the agency said.
By Joe Bousquin • July 22, 2024 -
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NLRB withdraws 5th Circuit appeal of joint employer final rule injunction
The Board said it would “like the opportunity to further consider the issues identified” in a district court’s injunction while citing other, ongoing legislation relevant to its rulemaking.
By Ryan Golden • July 22, 2024 -
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Construction firm to pay $50K to settle claim it retaliated against HR manager for investigating harassment
Pro Pallet allegedly chastised the HR manager for investigating the complaint, reassigned major parts of her job to others and excluded her from meetings.
By Ginger Christ • July 19, 2024 -
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Opinion4 ways supplier diversity helps you win in construction
Engaging with underrepresented subs and disributors can give you a business edge and strengthen the depth of your procurement channels, according to a small business liaison officer.
By Stephanie Sherwood • July 17, 2024 -
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Federal infrastructure projects get a (flood) raise
New and reconstruction projects must be built more resiliently under a recently finalized Federal Emergency Management Agency policy.
By Julie Strupp • July 12, 2024 -
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Workers’ families file suit over Boise, Idaho, hangar deaths
Relatives of two workers have sued several contractors, claiming rushed work and shoddy materials led to the fatal jobsite collapse in January.
By Zachary Phillips • July 11, 2024
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