Transportation systems are crucial for our economy and the general well-being of our society. Unfortunately, our infrastructure is aging and deteriorating. In fact, according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), […]
Defects in Steel-Reinforced Concrete Bridges Read Post »
For the first time since 2004, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would change the current salary threshold to receive overtime. Currently, employees
Proposed New Overtime Salary Threshold Read Post »
If you own a construction business or manage a jobsite, safety and health should always be top of mind. If you fail to properly monitor your workplace, accidents will occur
4 Safety Questions Every Contractor Should Be Prepared to Answer Read Post »
Contractors should always consider any possible way they can mitigate the likelihood of an accident occurring. Although we generally think of physical ways we can reduce the hazards on a
The Seven Deadly Safety Sins Part 4 Read Post »
In this four-part article, St. Petersburg construction lawyers are discussing some of the primary reasons why accidents transpire on jobsites. Aside from performing risk assessments, training workers, and providing personal
The Seven Deadly Safety Sins Part 3 Read Post »
Although providing the right safety equipment, training, and mentorship is a great way to mitigate safety concerns, contractors should also consider the impact that their workforce’s philosophy towards safety can
The Seven Deadly Safety Sins Part 2 Read Post »
Contractors, project managers, and construction companies alike must always be mindful of safety procedures and training processes. They must also provide workers with the appropriate education and resources to ensure
The Seven Deadly Safety Sins Part 1 Read Post »
Our Colorado attorneys, Danielle Maya and Dillon Fulcher, obtained a complete dismissal on summary judgment for one of our clients in a multi-million-dollar construction defect case. The owner complained of
Summary Judgement Victory from CCL Read Post »
In 2016, OSHA issued an anti-retaliation provision prohibiting employers from retaliating against employees for reporting workplace injuries. Since then, employers within the construction industry have been hesitant to implement safety
OSHA’s Clarification on Safety Incentive Programs & Post-Incident Drug Testing Read Post »
Accelerated bridge construction is an important innovation in horizontal construction that allows contractors to erect bridges significantly faster than conventional bridge construction methods without sacrificing quality. By using prefabricated elements
Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger: Accelerated Bridge Construction Read Post »
