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Nuclear Regulatory Commission Green Lights First Nuclear Power Plant In 30 Years


The Nuclear Regulatory Commission approved the nation's first nuclear power plant in a generation on Thursday, clearing the way for Atlanta-based Southern Co. to build two reactors at its Plant Vogtle site near Augusta.

 

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New York Appellate Court Clarifies Burden Of Proof In Mechanic’s Lien Foreclosure Cases


In a recent decision by New York’s Appellate Division, First Department, the Court once again clarifies that a subcontractor who commences a Mechanic’s Lien foreclosure proceeding, bears the burden of establishing the existence of a lien fund.  

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Tennessee Gas Pipeline Not Welcome In New Jersey Town


Residents of Ringwood, New Jersey filled Borough Hall this week to voice their concerns over a proposed natural gas pipeline that would go through four acres of protected land.

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Does Recent Economic News Bode Well For The Construction Industry?


While many Americans still feel the pinch of the economy, recent economic data indicates that the Construction Industry is heading for a slight up-swing in 2012 and into 2013. 

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Court Comes Down Against Unlicensed Home Improvement Contractor


New York State’s Appellate Division Second Department issued a decision on January 24, 2012 affirming that home improvement contractors are required to be licensed.  Without a home improvement license, the contractor cannot enforce its contractual rights for payment.

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Chinese Hotel Goes Up 30 Stories In 15 Days


The Chinese company, Broad Sustainable Building, a subsidiary of the Broad Group Construction Company, has pulled off a remarkable feat – they managed to build a 30 story hotel in just 15 days.  Yes, that is correct, 30 stories, 15 days, a mere 360 hours.  200 construction workers erected the prefabricated pieces, which were made at Broad’s facility with 10,000 workers.  [Read More]
 
 
 
 
 

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