Federal judge denies injunction against new OSHA anti-retaliation rule

The plaintiffs, including the Associated Builders and Contractors, said the rule would prevent employers from conducting routine post-accident testing.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 30, 2016

Golden State Warriors win second court ruling in battle to build $1B arena

Construction is now set to move forward on the 18,064-seat venue in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 30, 2016

Trump selects Elaine Chao as transportation secretary

Chao, who previously served as labor secretary under George W. Bush, will likely play a key role in President-elect Donald Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure proposal.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 29, 2016

OSHA affirms $345K in fines issued to PA contractor for scaffolding hazards

J.C. Stucco and Stone has been cited 41 times since 2011 as the agency pushes on mitigating fall-related hazards.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 29, 2016

US lumber industry presses for import duties to counter Canadian subsidies, dumping

The petition comes after a bilateral trade deal between the U.S. and Canada to preside over Canadian lumber exports expired in October 2015.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 29, 2016

Buy America provisions in Trump's infrastructure plan could disrupt US-Canada trade relations

President-elect Donald Trump's $1 trillion proposal references provisions that could prevent Canadian companies from providing materials for U.S. infrastructure.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 29, 2016

Construction collapse in China kills 74 workers, highlights concerns of weak safety standards

Between January and June of this year, more than 14,000 Chinese workers have died on the job.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2016

Federal judge upholds new analysis that could jeopardize $5.6B MD Purple Line

The judge confirmed his August ruling requiring officials to reconsider the impact of the Washington Metro system's ridership and safety issues before construction can begin.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2016

NYC officials warn 3,000 landlords over loss of 421-a tax break

The city is raising the stakes on compliance with the $1.4 billion annual program.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 28, 2016

Bechtel, AECOM pay $125M to settle claims of subpar work at WA nuclear site

Despite settling, the two companies deny allegations that they used substandard materials and made false statements to the government.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2016

Lawsuit: Gehry-designed NYC building dripping 'globs' of sealant

Building owners said the facade contractor will not complete the $500,000 in necessary repairs to the windows.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 23, 2016

US appeals court revives Tutor Perini lawsuit against Bank of America

The construction company alleges the bank knew in 2007 that the market for the auction-rate securities was on the verge of collapse.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 23, 2016

Expert witness criticizes architect in PA building collapse that killed 6, injured 13

The testimony was part of the civil trial of Plato Marinakos Jr., who prosecutors allege hired an inexperienced demolition contractor for the project.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 23, 2016

Federal judge blocks Labor Dept. overtime rule

Construction groups were among those who filed suits against the rule earlier this year, as they claimed it would create a compliance burden for employers.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 23, 2016

NY governor approves another $300M for NYC affordable housing

The move raises the amount of state-allocated bonding authority for the city to $771 million this year, which should contribute 6,000 units.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 22, 2016

NYC lawmakers propose legislation to audit landlords taking advantage of affordable housing tax breaks

The news comes as the state considers expanding its 421-a tax abatement.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 22, 2016

ABC ranks US states based on 'free enterprise' environment for construction

Louisiana claimed the top spot due to its use of public-private partnerships, success with career and technical education programs and right-to-work legislation.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 22, 2016

Feds propose high-speed rail regulations

The current Federal Railroad Administration currently safety rules only apply to trains traveling less than 150 miles per hour.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 22, 2016

Construction workers file $250K lawsuit after fatal NC bridge collapse

State investigators determined that a design flaw related to glulam girder connections caused the 2014 pedestrian bridge collapse.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2016

OSHA updates rules to reduce fall and trip hazards

The agency said the revised rules take new technology into consideration and will provide more flexibility for employers when choosing a fall protection system.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

IL contractor pleads guilty in DBE fraud case

Michelle Cho, who will be sentenced early next year, was charged with conspiring to defraud a program meant to assist small and disadvantaged businesses.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

Trench collapse fatalities have doubled in the last year

OSHA is urging construction companies to improve safety during excavation, as 23 workers have died from trench-related incidents so far in 2016.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

TX judge permanently blocks Labor Dept. 'persuader' rule

Construction industry groups have railed against the rule on the grounds that it prevents employers from seeking advice about their rights when employees are trying to form unions.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

OSHA fines CT contractor $185K for willful, repeat fall violations

Wolcott, CT-based M&M Roofing was cited in 2013 and 2014 for similar violations.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 17, 2016

Boston mayor proposes measure allowing city to deny work permits based on safety history

Marty Walsh submitted the new safety rules for approval in the wake of a deadly construction accident last month.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016