The construction sector is fraught with possible dangers, but few can cause such serious injuries as a fall. The United States Department of Labor notes that all employers who work in this field have a duty to protect their employees from falls, no matter the size of...

Unlike other career paths, construction often has a steady need for qualified workers. This means that you may have a more reliable workflow compared with other professions. However, working construction also exposes you to many risks that could cause injury if not...

When it comes to the construction industry in Florida, there are many reasons why companies dispute with one another. When working on a project, vendors and any other parties involved in the build need to ensure that everyone sticks to the terms of the contract so...

Florida companies that are entering into a construction contract are likely itching to get the work underway. However, it's important to take the time to read through the entire contract and ensure that it covers all foreseeable issues. There are a few main concerns...

For business owners in Florida, succession planning can be a complicated process. If you don't want your business to shut down after you retire, you need to choose someone who can take over as the head of the company. And choosing the right person is only half the...

Estate planning is confusing enough without the myths provided over Facebook. This can be especially true when it comes to trusts. Indeed, the word, trust, can often cause one’s eyes to glaze over, even an attorney. But, of course to create one, one will definitely...

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, falls are a major cause of serious construction-related injuries and fatalities. For one, falls account for over 33% of all construction fatalities in a given year, making falling one of OSHA’s...

Gone are the days of the “handshake deal.” Now, you’d better have a contract to back up your agreement if you expect to have any protection under the law if things go wrong. But negotiating a good contract is partly skill and partly art -- and both take some time to...

When you hired a third party to assist with a construction project, you assumed that they’d follow the specifications and stick to the contract you had put together. They worked for a few weeks, and you decided to make a visit to the construction site to review what...

To be safe on the job, construction workers have to have the right personal protection equipment (PPE). This industry is one of the most hazardous in the United States, producing the highest number of fatal accidents year after year. Hazards are often unpredictable,...