Indemnification More Available Than You Might Think
Indemnity is a term familiar to those in construction. Basically, indemnity shifts fault for damages or losses from one party … Read more
The Cure for Change Order Headaches
A change order is a simple document that can modify three basic aspects of a construction project: scope, cost, and … Read more
Releases Can Be Your Friend
If you understand how releases work, you can use them to your advantage during the course of a construction project. … Read more
CBO’s Sustainability VIP
Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future for the … Read more
Independent Contractors in Construction: A Matter of Control
The use of independent contractors has seen a steady rise in America over the decades. Nowhere is this more apparent … Read more
Think Twice Before Walking Off a Job
What contractor hasn’t thought about pulling the crew off a job when things are just going from bad to worse? … Read more
Four Options to Handle Construction Disputes
If you’re in the business of construction, you’ve surely encountered disagreements on the job. It’s inevitable. Whether the problems arise … Read more
COST OVERRUNS AND MATERIAL SHORTAGES: The New World Order in Construction
We’ve all noticed that the price of just about everything has gone up in the last year. And if that … Read more
I recorded a lien. What happens next so I actually get paid?
The lien is a powerful tool at your disposal to increase your ability to get paid. As an encumbrance, or … Read more
Can You Be Held Criminally Liable For A Workplace Injury?
Be careful – owners and contractors are now being held criminally liable for their carelessness and disregard of safety protocols … Read more
Did you know that 80% of the people who deliver on time stick to their budget?
The construction site is where the money is being made or lost. As a project manager or site foreman, you … Read more
I use MS Project. Why would I want to use something else?
Are you using MS Project or Excel to stay on top of your schedule? Many project managers and site foremen, … Read more