STATE AND FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY EMPLOYEE VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND THE MODULAR INDUSTRY
If you are Modular Manufacturer or Builder, here is what you need to know… E-Verify is a federal, internet-based system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). It allows employers to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired workers by comparing information from the Form […]
Sales Tax Audits: A Modular Industry Headache
When was the last time your company underwent a state sales tax audit? Most modular companies that have gone through one will tell you they’d rather endure a root canal. Sales and use tax audits are notoriously painful for businesses in the modular industry, and the reasons are many. Whether you’re a residential or commercial […]
What Is a Non-Compete Agreement?
A non-compete agreement is a contract where an employee agrees not to enter into competition with an employer during or after the employment period. This usually includes restrictions on working for competitors or starting a similar business within a specified time frame and geographic area. Recent Legal Developments: Are They Still Legal? There has been […]
Why Home Improvement Contracts Matter in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act doesn’t just regulate who can register as a contractor—it also dictates exactly what must be included in your contract. If your agreement doesn’t meet the state’s requirements, you could face legal disputes, voided contracts, or even criminal penalties. Basic Contract Requirements At a minimum, your Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contract […]
Are Your Subcontractors Really Subcontractors?
Just because you and your workers agree—verbally or in writing—that they’re subcontractors doesn’t mean the law will agree with you. Under Pennsylvania’s Construction Workplace Misclassification Act (CWMA), many contractors may be misclassifying workers without realizing the consequences. And a mistake here could cost you thousands. What’s the Risk? If you hire individuals and pay them […]
Why You Can’t Just Rely on a Certificate of Liability Insurance
If you’re a builder or remodeler, you know to ask subcontractors for a Certificate of Liability Insurance before hiring them. But here’s what most contractors don’t realize—and what the insurance companies definitely do: that certificate alone probably doesn’t protect your business. Insurance companies often issue certificates that look good on paper but leave you exposed […]