Episode Details

COVID Legal Issues Contractors Need To Know with Philip Siegel

Episode 215 Published 5 years, 3 months ago

Description

My labor attorney, Philip Siegel, is my returning guest today, and he focuses specifically on construction law.

Philip is going to be giving us the latest information regarding the recent change in Administration, with COVID, and with all of the other important issues that you need to know about as a roofing contractor. You’re going to want to take notes while you listen to this episode because he is going to be sharing a lot of really great tips. Don’t miss this!

What you’ll hear in this episode:

Philip details why you should watch out for these contract clauses:
- Pay-if-paid provisions
  - HOT TIP: When you’re submitting a bid or a proposal, make sure to include language stating that your number is subject to the AIA Contract Documents.
  - If you’re contracting directly with an owner, in 2021 it’s the AIA A-107. If it’s with the sub-contractor, it’s still the AIA A-401.
- Indemnification clause
- Additional insured
- Scheduling
Philip explains the benefits to contractors of using his retainer program.
Philip addresses employee poaching, non-competes, and non-solicitation of employees provisions.
How the hidden dangers of using independent contractors have ebbed and flowed through the Obama, Trump, and current Administration.
Listen to 212: How To Reduce Your #3 Highest Cost with Jon Heinson regarding the need for business insurance and why you want to work with an insurance broker who specializes in the construction industry.
Philip shares the legal issues surrounding COVID.