Maryland’s Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (“DLLR”) has developed regulations that go into effect on July 1, 2013 with respect to a new requirement for contractors and subcontractors that perform work on some state-funded projects in the State of Maryland. Under the new set…
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In 2011, the National Labor Relations Act issued a ruling requiring employers who are covered by the NLRA to post notices in the workplace informing employees of their rights under the NLRA. Since that ruling, several groups and organizations have undertaken legal challenges to this…
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What is an IDOT? In connection with the borrower of money receiving a loan, a lender (e.g., a bank) will usually require security to ensure repayment of the loan. Often, a third party (guarantor) will provide that security in the form of an indemnity deed…
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According to an analysis of data by the Associated General Contractors of America, the construction employment level hit a three-year high last month, adding 48,000 jobs in February. However, officials of the association warned that employment gains could be undermined if the government fails to…
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On February 26, 2013, Maryland Delegate Brian K. McHale of Baltimore City along with 7 other Delegates introduced House Bill 1486 (“HB1486”), which, if passed and signed by the Governor, would add a new title to the State Finance and Procurement Article entitled “Procurement –…
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On January 31, 2013, Maryland Delegate Kirill Reznik of Montgomery County along with 19 other Delegates introduced House Bill 585 (“HB585”), which, if passed and signed by the Governor, would add Section 13-227 to the State Finance and Procurement Article and be known as the…
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On January 18, 2013, Maryland Delegate Michael J. Hough of Frederick and Washington Counties introduced House Bill 159 (“HB159”), which seeks to reduce the number of years of experience that an applicant would need to seek a contractor’s license from the Maryland Home Improvement Commission…
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On January 16, 2013, Maryland State Senator Joan Carter Conway of Baltimore City introduced Senate Bill 140 (“SB140”), which seeks to lower the amount of retention that a public body can withhold from a contractor when the contractor has furnished a payment and performance bond…
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According to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), the construction sector added 30,000 jobs in the month of December 2012, which marks the largest monthly increase in nearly two years, and is reportedly due to growth in private sector demand. The…
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Faith Harrison discusses the benefits and components of the limited liability company. For more informative videos discussing various legal topics, please visit our Media Center page.
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