Expert Commentary

Maritime Law

Streamlining Seaman Status in the Fifth Circuit

Michael Orlando, Michael Orlando Jr | June 5, 2021

Michael Orlando discusses a recent maritime case and its influence on the Jones Act's seaman status test.

Liability Insurance

Loss of Use as Property Damage

Craig Stanovich | June 4, 2021

Not all losses to or impairment of property is considered property damage. Craig Stanovich delves into the evolution and application of the term as it pertains to liability insurance.

The Perils of Purchasing for Public and Private Entities

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | June 1, 2021

Risk managers often have to demonstrate the value of insurance and risk management purchases. Mark Walls and Kimberley George examine the challenges.

Construction Safety

In Construction, Stop Counting and Start Correcting

TJ Lyons | June 1, 2021

TJ Lyons advises that we need to spend more time making on-site corrections than counting the observations.

Construction Quality

Addressing Productivity through Quality Management

Peter Furst | May 28, 2021

Peter Furst provides a six-step process for the management and improvement of the quality of the construction work put in place.

Workers Compensation Issues

Post-COVID Analytics and Benchmarks

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | May 19, 2021

Mark Walls and Kimberly George advise risk managers to define their narrative, recognize COVID-19 changes, and respond accordingly.

Communication

Improve Construction Communication/Reduce Risks with a Fluid Workforce

Shahin Aftabizadeh, Stokes McIntyre | May 14, 2021

Shahin Aftabizadeh and Stokes McIntyre explain the benefits of a mobile communication platform.

Construction Quality

Error-Proofing Employee Performance

Peter Furst | May 14, 2021

Peter Furst explores the benefits of the error-proofing approach on the construction process.

Defense and Settlement

Texas Supreme Court Holds Insurer Not Liable under Stowers

Lyndon Bittle | May 7, 2021

The insured's liability must be in excess of policy limits but can arise from a judgment or settlement. Lyndon Bittle relates the case.

Subcontractor Performance Risk

Managing Construction Cost Escalation

Cheri Hanes | May 7, 2021

In the wake of COVID-19 and bad weather, contractors and subcontractors need to communicate, reassess, and collaborate. Cheri Hanes explains.