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- Category: Construction
- Homeowner Court Ruling Serves as a Reminder to New York Contractors
- The Evolution of Head Protection: Safety Helmets vs. Hard Hats
- Pitfalls in Extending a Mechanic’s Lien on Residential Properties
- Handling Next Summer’s Heat: Working in Outdoor and Indoor Heat Environments – OSHA
- Five Key Principles in Designing Regenerative Buildings – USGBC+ Magazine
- Considerations When Hiring an Architect
- Women in Construction – A Long Island Business News Article
- Primer on Mechanic’s Lien Waivers
- New York City Guidelines to Follow for Contractor Entrepreneurship
- NYC Launches North American Electric Construction Coalition – Electrex
- Construction Warranty vs. Statute of Limitations Between Builder and Owner
- Changes Coming to NYC Construction Safety Codes – ConstructionDive
- Top 3 New Construction Arbitration Rules That Expand Powers and Challenge Assumptions
- Construction Contract Document Conflict
- The Implied Warranty on the Sale of New Homes: What Homeowners & Contractors Need to Know
- Blending of Public and Private Construction – Proceed With Caution
- New York Court Imposes Strict Construction on Additional Insureds in Construction – A New York Law Journal Article
- Enforcement of New York Arbitration Awards
- Primary AIA Contract Documents
- Funding Your Decarbonization Construction Project – A Long Island Business News Article
- Recovering from a Natural Disaster – What You Should Do
- Nassau County Bar Association Offers Alternatives To Litigation
- Legal Loopholes Foster Unethical Practices in Solar Energy Warranties
- Homeowners Unable To Recover For Emotional Distress In Construction Disputes
- The Prompt Payment Act: Is It At Odds With Public Policy?
- Should Architects Be Exempt From Continuing Education?
- Deconstructing Building Trends on Long Island – A Long Island Business News Article
- Alternative Dispute Resolution An Option For Construction Contractors Under NY’S Prompt Payment Act
- So What Is an Improvement, Anyhow?
- Long Island Construction Employment Builds Strong – A Long Island Business News Article
- Construction Defects in New York; Part 6 of 6 – Time Limits
- Construction Defects in New York; Part 5 of 6 – Improper Installation
- Construction Defects in New York; Part 4 of 6 – Improper Materials
- Construction Defects in New York; Part 3 of 6 – Defective Construction
- Construction Defects in New York, Part 2 of 6 – Design Defects
- Construction Defects in New York; Part 1 of 6 – An Introduction
- Defects By Design; Who is Liable for Bad Plans?
- Standards of Care Within A Construction Agreement: When You No Longer Trust Your Fiduciary.
- Net Zero at Greenbuild 2024 – Register Within
- What About the Neighbors? How Contractor Liability Can Extend to Neighbors
- City Of Yes Could Eliminate Longstanding Height Restriction. Will Developers Act? – A BisNow Article
- John Caravella’s Article on Scaffold Law Reform to be Featured in Nassau County Bar Association’s “The Nassau Lawyer” Publication
- New Long Island Development Plans: “Train to Plane” – a Long Island Press Article
- Deck Inspection Resources (2020)
- Architect and Contractor Liability for New York Building Code Violations
- A New Way To Lower Housing Construction Costs
- Long Island Construction Employment still on the Rise – A Long Island Business News Article
- What Design Professionals Should Consider Before Filing a New York Mechanic’s Lien
- Post Contract Signing Considerations For The New York Contractor
- New York Construction Deaths Drop to Lowest in Nearly a Decade – a ConstructionDive Article
- Construction in the Marine Industry
- What Happens When Your Contractor Becomes A No Show?
- Construction Safety: OSHA’s proposed heat rule: It’s time to get HIIPP – A Construction Dive Article
- Is Residential Solar Energy Really Worth It?
- Potential Liability With Cost-Plus Construction Contracts
- Changes vs Cardinal Changes: The Limit of Construction Contract
- Construction Begins on State’s Largest Offshore Wind Project – An LIBN Article
- Top 5 Contractor Defenses in New York
- If You Want a Construction Contract Enforced, You Need Your License
- Building the Green Way by Charles Lockwood – HBR
- Architects Will See Greater Demand in Services as More Construction Projects Get Underway
- John Caravella awarded Leadership in Law Award
- Navigating Building Decarbonization in New York State: Strategies for Commercial & Industrial Leaders – An LIBN Article
- The Law Offices of John Caravella to Co-present in Halfmoon Seminars October 29th Webinar
- John Caravella: A Decade of Construction Representation
- Mastering Contract Management in Construction: A Business Owner’s Guide
- The Methods and Benefits of Sustainable Construction – a Construction21 Article
- Changes vs. Cardinal Changes: The Limit of Construction Contract Changes
- Understanding Roles and Relationships of Construction Project Participants. Who Does What?
- Governor Hochul Advances Nation-Leading Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Construction Program – Press Release
- Top 5 Tips for New York Residential Contractors
- Scaffold Law Claims Against Contractors Continue To Increase
- Strings of a Marionette Puppet
- New York Leads 2023 Top 10 States For Green Building and Construction – A Facility Executive Article
- Contractors in New York may not be bound by Architect Certifications
- Deconstructing the Construction Contract
- Protections Provided to Contractors and Architects Under New York’s Economic Loss Rule
- Spring Bounce Continues for Long Island Construction Employment – A Long Island Business News Article
- Considerations for Drafting Construction Contracts
- Construction Warranties in New York. Sometimes Less is More.
- Subcontractor Challenges under the New York Lien Law
- New York State Announces Empire Wind, Authorizing the Project to Start Construction
- Contractor Scaffold Law Liability
- Happy Memorial Day
- Press Release: Governor Hochul Announces Construction for New York State’s Largest Solar Carport and Battery Storage System
- Violation of the New York Prompt Payment Act Does Not Bar Defenses
- Design Professional Liability on Completed Work
- The Home Improvement Licensing Rule: A Shield And Not A Sword
- The Inconvenient Termination for Convenience
- Homeowner Liability for Contractor Injuries in New York
- State of the Region: Developers See the Future Taking Shape in Western New York – A Buffalo Business First Article
- Are We On The Same Page? How Construction Document Conflicts Are Resolved
- The 7 Major Delay Claims in New York
- Long Island Construction Employment Rebounds – An LIBN Article
- Construction Business Owner Challenges Complying With New Employment and Labor Laws
- More Women Supporting the Construction Workforce
- New York Budget Allocates $1.3 Billion in Infrastructure Improvements – A WNBF News Radio Article
- Construction Plans and Architectural Designs
- Understanding the Importance of Building Permits
- New York State Cracks Down on Drivers Speeding through Construction Zones – A WXXI News Article
- Top 7 Owner Risks in New York Construction Contracts
- Protections Provided to New York Architects and Contractors under the Economic Loss Rule
- Press Release: Governor Hochul Announces Completion of South Fork Wind
- The Top Ten Questions to Ask your New Contractor
- New York Construction Delays, All Things Being Equal, They’re Not
- 2017 AIA Modifications, Insurance and Bond Exhibits Recap
- NY Supreme Court Strikes Contractor Liability Limitation Provision
- Is It Worth It To Elevate Your Home?
- The Top 5 Avenues of Architect Liability in New York
- What is a Surety Bond and When is it Used?
- Protecting Yourself from Usury and Racketeering in Construction
- Toxic Risks in Home Renovations
- Long Island’s Industrial Boom – A Commercial Observer Article
- Networking Opportunities in New York Construction
- Lengthy Approval Process Remains Challenging for LI Builders – A Long Island Business News Article
- Essential Provisions for Subcontractor Agreements
- Construction Timeline Revealed for the Belmont Park Project – The Associated Press
- Builders Grapple With Land Shortage, Soaring Lumber Costs
- Construction and Design 101 – Your Home Office
- How Homeowners Can Prevent Construction Fraud
- New York Grants will help Cities and Towns Rehabilitate Blighted Buildings – A Rochester Business Journal Article
- Understanding Lien Waivers for Contractors – Inside and Out
- Long Island Construction Law Obtains Contractor Victory in Wrongful Termination
- John Caravella’s Article on Affirmative Action for Contractors
- Trade Group Reports Long Island Construction Employment Continues to Decline – A Long Island Business News Article
- Punitive Damages Claims in New York Construction Contract Disputes
- Construction Law: An Overview for Homeowners; Part 4 of 4 – Conclusion
- Construction Law: An Overview for Homeowners; Part 3 of 4 – Post-Construction
- Construction Law: An Overview for Homeowners; Part 2 of 4 – During Construction
- Construction Law: An Overview for Homeowners; Part 1 of 4 – Pre-Construction
- How and When Filing a Mechanic’s Lien Protects you from Payment Refusals
- Five Crucial Surety Bond Principles for New York Contractors
- Invalidating Choice of Law or Forum Selection Clauses
- Press Release: Governor Hochul Announces Long Island Winners of Seventh Round of Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Second Round of NY Forward Program
- Gus Hadidi: On Long Island, Renewable Energy Storage will be as Critical as Creating It – a Long Island Business News Article
- Construction Contract Drafting Considerations
- The Specific Jobs & Duties of an Architect
- New Tool to change how Long Island Understands its Complex Zoning – A WSHU Article
- John Caravella, Esq for Stafford’s AIA Webinar
- 5 Reasons to Consider Arbitration for your Construction Disputes
- Contractor Group Finds Long Island Construction Employment in Long Decline – A Long Island Business News Article
- Construction Industry Challenges in Wage and Labor Violations
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 2 of 6 – Complying with New York Rules on Unprofessional Conduct
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 1 of 6 – Complying with the Rules and Regulations on the Practice of Architecture
- What is a Mechanics Lien, and How Can It Affect Your Construction Experience?
- What is included in a typical Construction Contract?
- The Holidays – Beautiful, but dangerous? Holiday Safety Tips
- Who is Construction Law Attorney John Caravella, Esq?
- Developer Takes over New York Landfill Solar Site – A PV Magazine Article
- Holiday Safety Measures For Your Home
- Construction Law 101
- Homeowner Challenges to New York Mechanic’s Liens
- Your New York Construction Contract Clauses Memorandum
- The Risks of Hiring Non-Local Subcontractors or Suppliers
- Appellate Court Upholds Contractor Indemnification
- The Importance of Cleaning Construction Waste
- Subcontractor’s Arbitration Action Stayed by Supreme Court
- When is Lawyer Representation Truly Necessary?
- Top 5 Mechanic’s Lien Waiver Pitfalls for Contractors and Subs
- Recent New York Litigation Highlights Increasing Risks to Contractors
- Long Island Construction Employment Still in Decline – A Long Island Business News Article
- Strober: Resolving Long Island’s Next Generation Housing Crisis Starts with IDAs – A Long Island Business News Article
- NYC DOB Issues New Inspection Rule Seeking to Improve Oversight of Parking Garages – An ENR Article
- 5 Reasons to Consider Arbitration for Your Construction Dispute
- U.S. Construction Jobs See Increase from 2022 – An LBM Journal Article
- “13 Years Later, Construction to Restart on Hudson River Rail Tunnel” – A New York Times Article
- YIMBY’s 2023 Construction Report Reveals 60 Percent Rise In Filings Over Previous Year (Reshare)
- NYCEDC Launches Offshore Wind & Waterfront Training Program for Women-Owned Business Enterprises
- Will Construction Save Penn Station? The New York Times Explains…
- Long Island Construction Employment Declines – An LIBN Article
- Long Island Paves The Way to a Clean Energy Future
- A RiverKeeper Organization Article
- Study Identifies Long Island Construction Waterfront Development Opportunities – An LIBN Article
- Long Island Construction Employment Sees Slight Gain – A Long Island Business News Article
- FutureTech 2023: Finding the Right Use Cases for AI in Construction Takes Effort – An ENR Article
- Long Island Architects are Creating Pivotal Multifamily Projects – A Long Island Business News Article
- New York to Ban Gas Stoves in new Residential Building Constructions – A CBS News Article
- Because Construction Isn’t Risky Enough: Mitigating Banking Risks – A Grassi Advisors and Accountants Article
- Construction Employment Increases In 45 States – ConstructionDive
- Long Island Firm Lands $200M Contract in Sunrise Wind Project – a Long Island Business News Article
- Long Island Construction: Hicksville’s Downtown Revitalization Efforts – A Long Island Business News Article
- Long Island Construction Employment On The Rise – A Long Island Business News Article
- Vacant New York City Offices to become Apartments. When will Construction Start?
- Press Release: FTL Construction Law (.com), Launches in 2023
- Long Island Gains in Construction Employment
- Is Construction Turning Long Island into the Next Las Vegas?
- Long Island’s Housing Crisis and How Construction Will Help
- NYC Prepares to Implement Large Building Emissions Limits – An ENR New York Article
- Happy Independence Day!
- Happy 4th of July Weekend!
- Category: Construction Arbitration
- Category: construction builders
- Category: Construction law
- Is your Construction Site up to Safety Standards?
- 5 Reasons that may Justify the Termination of your Construction Agreement
- Your Contractor Abandoned Your Project – Now What?
- Complying with the Rules and Regulations on the Practice of Architecture; Part 2 of 2 – Disciplinary Actions and Revocation of your Architectural License.
- Complying with the Rules and Regulations on the Practice of Architecture; Part 1 of 2 – Requirements & Duties of Maintaining your Architectural License.
- 4 Tips to Help You Build a Custom Home
- Architectural Hierarchy 101
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 6 of 6 – Building Code Update
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 5 of 6 – Understanding and Complying with the Law on Design Professional Service Corporations
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 4 of 6 – Design and Construction Contract Law and Administration
- Legal Issues for New York Architects; Part 3 of 6 – Understanding and Complying with Barrier-Free Requirements
- Important Considerations and Contract Clauses to Consider
- Long Island Construction Law Successfully Defends Homeowners Against Claims By Unlicensed Contractor
- Holiday Weekends and Property Damage Liability
- Category: Construction liability
- Category: Construction litigation
- Category: construction owners
- Category: Construction Projects
- Category: contractors
- Category: Contracts
- Category: General contractor law liability
- Category: Labor Law
- Category: Long Island Construction Attorney
- Category: New York construction attorneys
- Category: on-site injuries
- Category: Scaffold
- Category: Scaffold Law
- Category: Subcontractors
- Category: Scaffold law construction
- Category: Scaffold Law construction litigation
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- Category: subcontractor construction law liability
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