• Protecting Your Business: 8 Contractual Risk Areas for Subcontractors0

    Claire Wilson, Head of Construction, Siteline The construction industry is no stranger to unexpected challenges. From unpredictable weather conditions to supply chain issues to workforce shortages, there is no limit to what can impact a project’s timelines and scope. To mitigate these risks—and reduce your chances of encountering delays, cash flow issues, and disputes—a construction

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  • Protecting the Right to Payment0

    Ben Lowenthal, Hendrick, Phillips, Salzman & Siegel Contractually speaking, subcontractors generally assume the greatest risk and reap the smallest rewards of all participants in any given construction project.  To survive and thrive, subcontractors must take all precautions to minimize or control these risks, which include unfair, one-sided contract clauses.  Knowing and understanding payment-related contract clauses

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  • Small Business Guide: Financial Crisis Management for Subcontractors0

    By Patrick Hogan, handle.com Running a construction business is no small feat, and the challenges of operating in this industry are well-known. From financial fluctuations to regulatory hurdles, these challenges make subcontractors some of the toughest business people in any industry. For every issue, of course, there’s a long history of subcontractors learning lessons and

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