When people hear the phrase “regulatory compliance,” they often assume it refers to safety and getting the appropriate permissions and licenses. While it certainly does, it does not end there. Regulatory compliance covers several other areas, one of the most important being employees. Here are so...

Three words no contractor ever wants to see are “Stop Work Order.” An SWO can come from a project owner. However, the reasons they can issue a SWO typically need to be detailed in the contract. These often include things like payment or health code issues. Because they're included in the contract...

As a member of upper-level management at a construction company here in Central Islip, you're likely well aware that there are various regulatory requirements that you must meet. One of those that you must abide by is Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.  It's imperative that you learn more about ...

Running a construction company means being subject to many rules at both the federal and state level. There are employment laws, safety regulations and building standards that you must know and comply with it at all times. Workers' compensation insurance sits at an interesting junction among cont...

As a home improvement contractor, you enjoy taking on a variety of projects. From a kitchen remodel one day to an addition the next, there's always something fresh and exciting on your schedule. However, you don't want to become so consumed in your projects that you overlook the risks of working ...