09/27/2018
Workers’ compensation obligations may extend to cover individuals beyond those you consider to be your traditional employees. While this article considers such obligations under the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act (VWCA), the consideration may be applicable in other states as well. Consult with an attorney licensed in your state to discuss the issue. One of the… Read more »
09/26/2018
Businesses must become licensed before acting in a contractor’s capacity. The ability to issue licenses serves an important function of protecting public safety by ensuring that contractors meet established minimum competency requirements. When applying for licensure, important considerations include (a) where the work will be performed, (b) the type of work the contractor plans to… Read more »
09/24/2018
Various aspects of construction are inherently unsafe. The Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) therefore continues to maintain focus on the construction industry in an ongoing effort to alleviate workplace incidents. Part of that efforts includes inspection and citation for workplace safety violations. For fiscal year 2017 (October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017),… Read more »
