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Tame Tariff Turmoil – 6 Contract Clauses to Mitigate Risk 0

By Shoshana Rothman, Merchants Bonding Tariffs on construction materials mean contractors likely face increased costs and availability issues that could disrupt project budgets and timelines. A trusted surety partner can help tame the turmoil that tariffs can impose by providing expert guidance on contracts. Contracts are an important way to proactively safeguard clients’ projects; reviewing

The Power of Presence: Why It Matters for Women 0

By Grace Uwizeye-Allen, Graceful Etiquette Presence is more than just showing up—it’s about owning the room, making an impact, and ensuring your voice is heard. It’s that unshakable confidence that says, “I belong here,” without having to say a word. For women, mastering presence isn’t just a professional advantage—it’s a game-changer. Whether leading a meeting,

Celebrating an Alliance Forged in Future Construction Success and Highlighting a Certification Program for Subcontractors 0

We thought that we would take this window of opportunity to celebrate 5 years of ASA’s alliance with the National Glass Association! The aim of our associations is to improve the construction industry for all. And to that end, we would like to focus on a program NGA supports in its commitment to workforce development

Celebrating Women in Construction: Honoring the Past and Empowering the Future 0
- Improving Productivity, Leadership, Outlook & Trends, WORKFORCE, Workforce & Professional Development
- March 24, 2025
By Karalynn Cromeens, Cromeens Law Firm The construction industry has long been seen as a male-dominated field, one defined by hard hats, steel-toed boots, and tough physical labor. Yet, women have always played a vital role in shaping the industry, often behind the scenes in critical support positions. Today, that narrative is shifting. Women are
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Breaking Barriers: Women in Construction, Construction Law and Beyond 0
- Best Practices, Legally Speaking, Outlook & Trends
- March 24, 2025
By Emily Martin, Saul Ewing In the long male-dominated construction industry, women have comprised only a small percentage of the trades workforce and leadership positions. Despite significant progress in broadening female representation in the industry, gender stereotypes, workplace discrimination, and legal barriers continue to hinder women’s full participation in the field. However, as more women
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President Trump’s Initial Immigration Actions and Potential Impacts on Employers 0
- ADVOCACY, Construction in the Courts, Legally Speaking, Outlook & Trends, SUBCONTRACTORS
- February 25, 2025
By Rebecca A. Winterscheidt, James P. Melendres, Benjamin A. Nucci, Jessica Van Ranken, and Courtney Moore, Snell & Wilmer Within the first few hours of his second presidential term, President Trump signed several new executive orders and rescinded many Biden administration executive orders concerning immigration. These orders, particularly those involving heightened scrutiny towards visa applications,
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