Labor Dept. sues GA roofing contractor for whistleblower protection violation

The lawsuit claims that Jasper Roofing and its CEO discriminated against the safety manager by conducting retaliatory acts that led to his termination. 

By Sean Barry • Jan. 12, 2017

NYC mayor supports private industry pushback against required apprenticeship proposal

Bill de Blasio suggested the city adopt a program of increased inspections, higher penalties and stiffer regulations instead.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

OSHA fines NY contractor $198K for trench safety violations

The agency is ramping up its focus on excavation hazards, as it announced last year that trench fatalities doubled from 2015 to 2016.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

FHA cuts annual mortgage insurance premiums

The move comes amid growing concerns over the potential impact of rising mortgage rates on homeownership.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 11, 2017

WSJ: Related Cos. has spent $1.4M in lobbying efforts to keep EB-5 investment program

The controversial program gives foreign investors an edge in obtaining a green card in exchange for a significant investment in U.S. development.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

Construction industry groups call on Trump to repeal PLA mandate

The AGC has also issued a plan urging the president-elect to repeal or revise several federal regulations that it says are harmful to private industry.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

Trade Commission moving forward with potential import duties on Canadian lumber

The panel concluded that imports of softwood lumber from Canada are harming U.S. producers. 

By Sean Barry • Jan. 11, 2017

Unit owners in sinking Millennium Tower sue developer, San Francisco agencies

A group of 20 homeowners claims the developer knew the building was sinking faster than expected and failed to disclose the issue to buyers.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 10, 2017

NYC officials set to propose controversial new construction safety requirements

The legislation's hot-button issue will likely be its requirement that companies only hire workers who have completed an apprenticeship program.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

KY lawmakers repeal prevailing wage law

After Gov. Matt Bevin signs the bill as expected, the state will become the 21st to not mandate a certain wage for construction workers on public projects.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

The Dotted Line: Architects, contractors vie to be the owner's best resource

Some architects say the blurred lines between their responsibilities and contractor services are cutting them out of the design picture.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

OSHA delays enforcement of beryllium exposure rule

The delay comes as the agency navigates lawsuits from manufacturers and interest groups over the rule's enforcement.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • Jan. 9, 2017

Contractors on Trump's DC hotel file $3M in liens for unpaid work

One of the companies said it filed a lien to protect its interests after hearing public calls for the president-elect to divest the property.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 6, 2017

China to send 20K construction workers to Israel amid severe labor shortage

Israeli officials said the extra workers will allow companies to expedite building at a lower cost.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 6, 2017

Golden State Warriors set groundbreaking date for $1B arena

The NBA team overcame several legal challenges in order to win approval to begin construction on the 18,500-seat venue on Jan. 17.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017

Waiting for FLSA: What construction firms need to know about the stalled overtime rule

As employers wait to find out whether the rule will move forward or be rejected, legal experts encourage companies to prepare for either scenario.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017

MN governor pushing for $1.5B infrastructure measure

Gov. Mark Dayton said the state should take advantage of its high credit rating and move forward with a large bond deal to fund a variety of projects.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017

WA developer pleads guilty to EB-5 fraud, faces 10 years in prison

Prosecutors allege that Lobsang Dargey misappropriated foreign investments meant to help secure green cards.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017

Atlanta's disparity in evictions has implications nationwide

A report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta highlights an issue affecting cities across the U.S. as more corporate owners manage rentals following the recession.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 4, 2017

Schumer casts doubt on Trump's infrastructure plan in speech to Congress

The Senate minority leader is holding fast to his position that private investment would not be enough to fund necessary projects.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017

CA crane operator charged in fatal accident

Officials said the incident, which resulted in the death of the crane operator's son and another worker, was caused by a failure to inspect the equipment.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2017

Report: Green building advocates worried about movement's future under Trump administration

The president-elect's cabinet picks and previous comments have sustainable construction leaders concerned that he will bump it from the federal agenda.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2017

OSHA fines NJ contractor $112K for repeat fall, eye protection violations

Hackensack Roofing Co. Inc. was cited for similar breaches in 2014. 

By Sean Barry • Dec. 29, 2016

Report: NY missing the boat on design-build

The delivery method has been slow to pick up steam in the state, as critics say that awarding contracts based on evaluation rather than lowest bid can lead to abuse.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 28, 2016

Controversial $1.9B MN light rail scores key federal approval

After the nod from the FTA, rail officials can now begin preparing for the construction phase of the 14.5-mile project.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 23, 2016