Source: http://www.rmmagazine.com, May 3, 2017 By: Allen R. Wolff, Dennis J. Artese and Robert M. Horkovich Construction involves risks that can and should be managed, often by transferring that risk to insurance. The following 10 tips can help in that effort: Remember that the construction contract is the cornerstone of risk management. The contract documents should set forth the […]

Source: http://nbc4i.com, May 9, 2017 Five residents at The Seton Square East Complex have been diagnosed with Legionnaire’s Disease in the last year. The disease is a respiratory illness spread through contaminated mist or vapors. Water testing confirmed the presence of Legionella in the water, but they’re not sure how it is getting into the supply. […]

Source: http://www.wilmingtonbiz.com, May 3, 2017 By: Rob Beale With every construction project comes a unique set of challenges, and each owner has certain goals and needs to consider as he or she decides which project delivery method is most appropriate. W.M. Jordan Company has extensive knowledge and firsthand experience with each of the different construction […]

Source: The Adair Progress (KY), April 27, 2017 Posted on: http://www.advisen.com In recent decades, much has been done to improve workplace safety. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration instituted one such effort by requiring protective equipment to be used in the workplace. That resolution aimed to limit silica dust inhalation, which can increase workers’ risk […]

Source: https://the-journal.com, May 1, 2017 By: Jim Mimiaga EPA arrives for cleanup job Asbestos contamination has forced the Towoac Recreation Center to close and triggered an Environment Protection Agency cleanup. The 30,000-square-foot building in downtown Towaoc was built in 1964. It houses a gymnasium, pool, weight room and recreation department offices. On Feb. 12, the […]

Source: http://www.startribune.com, May 1, 2017 BY: Josephine Marcotty Goodhue trucking firm tried to hide its “blatant” actions, state says. State pollution regulators have issued a major fine against the owner of a Goodhue County trucking and excavating firm for illegally installing an aging, corroded underground fuel storage tank and camouflaging it in an attempt to […]

Source: http://www.insurancejournal.com, April 25, 2017 By: L.S. Howard Large liability claims are becoming more expensive, complex and international, with activity increasing outside the United States, according a report published by Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS). “Although recent years have seen a noticeable rise in large environmental liability claims, pharmaceutical and automotive product liability and […]

Source: The Fresno Bee (CA), April 20, 2017 Posted on: http://www.advisen.com The parent company of Dollar General Stores agreed to pay more than $1.1 million to settle a civil case accusing the stores of unlawfully disposing of hazardous waste in local landfills around California, Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward announced on Monday. A lawsuit […]

Source: http://www.propertycasualty360.com, April 20, 2017 By: Eric Moon Every significant human-made structure throughout history has involved architecture and engineering. Some are memorable for their innovation and efficiency, while others are renowned for their inspiring design. Still others are remembered for a negative reason: catastrophic failure. Design failure is more than an occupational hazard for architects […]

Source: http://www.natlawreview.com, April 18, 2017 By: Rebecca Dow, Holland & Hart LLP When negotiating a construction contract with a general contractor (GC), the owner/developer should be aware of, and address, a number of issues to attempt to mitigate or limit the risk of construction defect litigation for a residential project, including multi-family and for-rent residential […]

Source: https://reactionsnet.com, April 17, 2017 Environmental liability claims above $1bn are becoming more commonplace but coverage for the peril is still lagging. According to Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), environmental damage can now cost insurers an average of €2.3m per claim. According to Matt O’Malley, president of North America environmental at XL Catlin, the […]

Source: http://www.insurancejournal.com, April 7, 2017 Although a slim majority of insurance companies providing architects and engineers professional liability insurance saw their rates stabilize in 2016, nearly one in three experienced modest decreases in rates. That’s according to a new survey by insurance broker Ames & Gough finds that market competition and favorable claim results are […]