Tag: law
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New law will require high-rise cladding remediation by 2029
The government is bringing forward a new Remediation Bill requiring landlords of buildings 18m or more in height with unsafe cladding to complete remediation by the end of 2029. The law will also set a 2031 cladding remediation deadline for owners of buildings 11-18m in height. Under the new legislation, those failing to comply without…
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California walks back environmental law for housing, advanced manufacturing
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The California Legislature has rolled back provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act in an effort to spur housing construction and cut red tape for other types of projects, according to a June 30 news release from…
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FGIA Summit Covers PFAS, Green Claims, Sustainability Law
Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit gained several helpful legal insights in the sustainability realm, courtesy of experts from Keller and Heckman Law Firm. Jean-Cyril Walker and Alexa Pecht gave a presentation entitled, “’Green’ Claims | Understanding Benefits & Risk in the U.S.,” and their colleague James Votaw…
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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: A bill from U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y., to exempt federally funded projects from New York state state’s Scaffold Law has a realistic path forward, most likely as part of a broader legislative package such…
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‘Should we worry about Middle East contract law?’
Building relationships, rooted in respect for family values and friendship, is a vital part of business interaction. In the construction sector, the contract is often viewed as a secondary tool, referred to as a last resort. Therefore, it’s common for claims related to time extensions or payments to be resolved through negotiation, often near project…
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Why new Crooked House law won’t apply to listed WWI hangar that burned down during planning bid
A blaze that tore through a Grade II-listed First World War aircraft hangar at Old Sarum airfield – just days after a controversial housing development was greenlit – has reignited concerns over the fragility of Britain’s heritage protection laws. Hangar 3, a WW1 airstrip and base, had been central to a recent planning permission application,…
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RELEASE: BALFOUR BEATTY DELIVERS CHARLOTTE LAW OFFICES
As a leading interior tenant improvement contractor, Balfour Beatty’s Carolinas operations announces its successful completion of office renovations for law firms Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson and Katten Muchin Rosenman. These completions signify the company’s commitment to transforming local law firm offices into cutting-edge workplaces that seamlessly blend functionality, innovation and client-focused excellence for legal…
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Proposed New York law would expand prevailing wage requirements
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Lawmakers in Albany, New York, are weighing a change that could significantly expand the number of private construction projects required to pay prevailing wages. The proposal, which labor groups are hoping to include in the state budget…
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Understanding Maritime Law: A Beginner’s Guide
Maritime law, or admiralty law, governs activities and disputes on navigable waters, including shipping, commerce, and marine navigation. It addresses issues like cargo claims, shipping contracts, and maritime injuries. Essential for international trade, this specialized legal field ensures smooth operations across borders. Understanding its principles by talking to https://naylorlaw.com/ attorneys helps individuals and businesses navigate…