The COVID-19 pandemic has caused construction project delays and cancellations, and shut down many site operations. Construction work that’s allowed to continue exposes companies to a new risk: ...

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As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

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With many construction projects being put on hold indefinitely, it's apparent this pandemic will have even more significant implications in the construction and contracting business in the future.

Whether you’re embarking on something as small as replacing cabinets or as large as building an addition, there’s a good chance you’re putting your most valuable asset in the hands of someone you ...