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Builders Risk Insurance

Builders Risk Insurance: The "Other Insurance" Condition

2011-09-01 | Steven A Coombs

Other insurance' clauses, typically found in insurance policies, are often misunderstood and their impact unknown. Steve Coombs explains.

Construction Safety

Underground Construction Risks—What's Underground Can Kill

2011-09-01 | TJ Lyons

Construction accidents from underground risks are many, and most are preventable. (IRMI.com article)

Construction Safety

The Importance of Influence

2011-05-01 | Peter G Furst

A big part of construction safety is influencing others for the good of the project. Peter Furst describes the basic human tendencies that come into play.

Wrap-Up Programs

Wrap-Ups and Their Inevitable Termination

2011-04-01 | Richard Resnick

There are some critical steps in shutting down a wrap-up. Richard Resnick reviews them.

Construction Safety

Construction Crises: Danger or Opportunity

2011-03-05 | Peter G Furst

Proactive organizations learn from preparing and surviving disasters. Peter Furst provides guidance for both.

Construction Safety

Construction Crises: Danger or Opportunity

2011-03-05 | Peter G Furst

Proactive organizations learn from preparing and surviving disasters. Peter Furst provides guidance for both.

Design and Professional Liability

Take Advantage of Project Excess Endorsements

2011-01-22 | Jeff Slivka

Jeff Slivka explains a cost-effective solution for handling requests for professional liability insurance.

Design and Professional Liability

Failing To Define the Standard of Care

2011-01-01 | Kenneth A Slavens

Expert witnesses must render their opinions as design professionals render their services, per a case related by Ken Slavens.

Corporate Fraud Prevention

Fraud in Major Contract Projects

2011-01-01 | Scott Langlinais

Perpetrators operate best in the dark. Scott Langlinais discusses how to uncover dishonest acts.

Builders Risk Insurance

Builders Risk: Don't Overlook Contractors' Policies

2010-12-01 | Steven A Coombs

While owners typically secure and maintain the required builders risk insurance, Steven Coombs asks whether that's the best alternative.

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